What eliminations are carried out during the process of drawing up the consolidated financial statements? What is the reason for carrying out the deletion records? 2. A who works as a financial analyst argues that the information provided in the consolidated financial statements is not useful information for an investor. Do you agree with A's point of view and why?

What eliminations are carried out during the process of drawing up the consolidated financial statements? What is the reason for carrying out the deletion records? 2. A who works as a financial analyst argues that the information provided in the consolidated financial statements is not useful information for an investor. Do you agree with A's point of view and why?

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