When Comparing Performance Report Information for Top Management with That

question 75

Multiple Choice

When comparing performance report information for top management with that of lower-level management,(CMA adapted)

• A)top management reports are more detailed.
• B)lower-level management reports are typically for longer time periods.
• C)top management reports show control over fewer costs.
• D)lower-level management reports are likely to contain more quantitative data and less financial data.
• E)top management reports are usually not of the exception type but present a complete analysis of all variances.

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Definitions:

Cumulative Effect

The total impact of one or more changes in accounting policies or corrections of errors made in previous years, reflected in the current year's financial statements.

Just-In-Time Inventory

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Income Taxes

Taxes imposed on individuals or entities' net income by the government to fund public expenses.

Total Assets

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