Statistical The objective of the statistical section is to provide financial statement users with historical perspective, context and detail to assist in using the information in the financial statements and the notes to the financial statements to better understand and assess STRS Ohio’s economic condition. The schedules on Pages 64–65 show financial trend information that assists users in understanding and assessing how STRS Ohio’s financial position has changed over time. The financial trend schedules presented are: • Changes in Net Assets • Net Assets by Plan • Benefit Expenses by Type Demographic and economic information begins on Page 66. This information is intended to assist users in understanding the environment in which STRS Ohio operates and to provide information that facilitates comparisons of financial statement information over time and among governments. The demographic and economic information presented are: • Actuarial Funded Ratio and Funding Period • Selected Funding Information — Defined Benefit Plan • Number of Benefit Recipients by Type • Summary of Active Membership Data Operating information, which begins on Page 68, is intended to provide contextual information about STRS Ohio’s operation to assist in using financial statement information. The operating information presented is: • Benefit Payments by Type • Average Benefit Payments for Service Retirees • Number of Reporting Employers by Type • Principal Participating Employers
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