Walmart's Continuous Replenishment System Is an Example of a Firm

question 79

Multiple Choice

Walmart's continuous replenishment system is an example of a firm using information systems to:

• A)strengthen ties to its customers.
• B)simplify the industry value chain.
• C)develop synergies.
• D)focus on market niche.
• E)achieve low-cost leadership.

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Definitions:

Accounting Method

A set of rules used to determine when and how income and expenses are reported in the financial statements, such as cash basis or accrual basis accounting.

Retained Earnings

Retained earnings refer to the portion of net income left over after dividends are paid out to shareholders, which is reinvested into the company.

Retroactive Restatement

Adjusting previously reported financial statements to reflect better understanding or corrections of past errors.

Dividend Yield

A financial ratio that indicates how much a company pays out in dividends each year relative to its share price.