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Company Analysis: Past and Present
An analyst compares two apparel retailers. Retailer X reports a gross margin of 28% and includes distribution and store occupancy costs in cost of goods sold. Retailer Y reports a gross margin of 41% and includes those same cost types in selling, general, and administrative expenses. The analyst's most appropriate initial conclusion is that:
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