Match the Term with Its Descriptor

question 6

Multiple Choice

Match the term with its descriptor.
-describing of individuals, groups, or situations as a means to applying the knowledge gained to future individuals, groups, or situations

• A)research methodology
• B)scientific method
• C)pure
• D)applied
• E)experimental research
• F)descriptive research
• G)clinical in nature
• H)laboratory in nature

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Definitions:

Stock Dividend

A company rewards its shareholders with extra shares, foregoing the option to distribute cash.

Depreciation Expense

Allocating the price of a tangible asset consistently throughout its expected lifespan.

Prior Period Adjustment

An amendment to the financial statements, correcting errors from previously reported periods or adjustments due to changes in accounting policies.

Retained Earnings

The portion of a company's profit that is held back and not distributed to shareholders as dividends, usually used for reinvestment in the business or to pay off debt.