To Document Approval of Purchase Returns, Management Issues a Credit

question 37

True/False

To document approval of purchase returns, management issues a credit memorandum meaning that accounts payable are reduced for the amount of the return.

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Definitions:

Letter of Credit

A financial document issued by a bank guaranteeing a buyer's payment to a seller in a transaction, effective in international trade.

Covenants

A promise by the firm, included in the debt contract, to perform certain acts. A restrictive covenant imposes constraints on the firm to protect the interests of the debtholder.

Payables

Short-term liabilities or money owed by a company to suppliers or creditors for goods and services received.

Rebate

A partial refund to someone who has paid too much money for tax, rent, or a utility, or an incentive payment to induce a particular purchase or behavior.