This document outlines an assignment to compare and contrast Exxon and Chevron's financial statements from 2012-2013. Students are asked to: 1) Compare single-step and multi-step income statements; 2) Analyze gross profit, operating profit, and net income to determine which company was more profitable; 3) Calculate price-earnings and price-to-sales ratios to assess earnings quality; 4) Review income statement notes and their investment implications; and 5) Cite at least three academic sources. The assignment requires a 5-6 page paper analyzing the companies' financial statements over the two years.