Which of the Following Statements Is FALSE

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is FALSE?

A) We can estimate the value of a firm's shares by multiplying its current earnings per share by the average P/E ratio of comparable firms.
B) For valuation purposes,the trailing P/E ratio is generally preferred,since it is based on actual not expected earnings.
C) Forward earnings are the expected earnings over the coming 12 months.
D) Trailing earnings are the earnings over the previous 12 months.