Define What Is Meant by an Incidence Rate and a Prevalence

question 18

Essay

Define what is meant by an incidence rate and a prevalence rate and when it would be appropriate to use one or the other.

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Definitions:

Cash Basis

An accounting method recognizing revenues and expenses when cash is actually received or paid out, rather than when earned or incurred.

Selling and Administrative Expense

Expenses related to the selling of products and the management of the business, not directly tied to production.

Statement of Cash Flows

A financial report that summarizes the amount of cash and cash equivalents entering and leaving a company.

Income Tax Expense

The amount of income tax a company is obligated to pay to the government, based on its taxable income.