Ruth Is an Analyst

question 38

Multiple Choice

Ruth is an analyst.On her DFD diagram she has just placed a process.She will

• A)Give it a verb phrase name,like 'search inventory'
• B)Give it a noun description phrase,like 'Inventory-process-1'
• C)Give it only a number - and depending on whether it is a major process (a whole number)or a subsidiary process (a whole number with a decimal point and value - like 1.3)
• D)Give it a sentence name,like 'Customer arrives at checkout counter'
• E)Use whatever process she feels comfortable with - as long as she is consistent

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Definitions:

Unrealized Loss

A loss that results from holding onto an asset that has decreased in price, but has not yet been sold or actualized through closure of the position.

Held-to-Maturity Securities

Debt securities that a firm has the positive intent and ability to hold until maturity.

Parent-Subsidiary Relationship

A corporate structure dynamics where one company (the parent) controls another company (the subsidiary) through ownership of a majority of its voting stock.

Common Stock

Equity ownership in a corporation, with holders having a vote in company matters but typically last in line for claims on assets.