For HF model tests, should I use period averages for calculations?

For example, for ROIC, you can do it the lazy way by taking NOPAT and Invested Capital for the year. But I believe the proper way is to take the AVERAGE Invested Capital of the start and end of the period to calculate it.

Anyone know which calculation will likely be graded as correct for HF model tests? I am concerned that they are graded by machine with one correct answer.

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