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Difficulty in understanding what accumulated profits mean in the context of this graph; case interview math

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Hi there, Here’s my take on your question: What I did not understand: when we can already see that for Y2, increase in profits from year 1 is 2M, which is equal to the value of our investment; why are we calculating the ... (read entire answer)

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Graph and tables analysis

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Hi there, The method I would suggest for graph analysis is the following: 1. READ THE GRAPH Ask for 30 seconds to understand the graph Summarize the graph. Read in particular the graph title, the legend, and the footnot ... (read entire answer)

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Method for analyzing graphs and tables

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Hi, yes, QA in McK and BCG are gaining a crucial role and are really appreciated by clients. However, I confirm that switching to a strategic role internally is not easy. Best, Antonello

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Hi Sabrina, in terms of how to approach math in the case, this is what I would recommend: Repeat the question – candidates sometimes do mistakes answering the wrong question in the math part Present how you woul ... (read entire answer)

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