Prepare a statement showing the trend percentages for each item using 1997 as the base year. 2. Comment on the trends noted in part (1).

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Problem 3MAD: Deere Company (DE) manufactures and distributes farm and construction machinery that it sells...
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 Deere & Company manufactures, distributes, and finances a full range of agricultural equipment; a broad range of industrial equipment for construction, forestry, and public works; and a variety of lawn and grounds care equipment. The company also provides credit, health care, and insurance products for businesses and the general public. Consider the following information from the Deere & Company 2000 Annual Report:
(in millions)  1997 1998 1999 2000
Sales           12,791          13,822          11,751          13,137
Cost of goods sold              8,481             9,234             8,178             8,936
Gross margin              4,310             4,588             3,573             4,201

1. Prepare a statement showing the trend percentages for each item using 1997 as the base year.

2. Comment on the trends noted in part (1).

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