SuitCity Purchased an Operating Asset Expected to Benefit the Company

question 29

Multiple Choice

SuitCity purchased an operating asset expected to benefit the company for 10 years for a cost of $100,000 cash.The old operating asset was fully depreciated and was kept in operations.What effect will acquiring this asset have on the performance measurement of an investment centre?

• A)A negative effect
• B)A positive effect
• C)No effect since cash replaces the asset sold
• D)More information is needed to determine the effect

Distinguish between the multiple-step and single-step forms of income statements and their readability.

Comprehend the revenue recognition principle and its application to merchandising entities.

Understand the perpetual and periodic inventory systems and their impact on accounting records.

Recognize the accounting treatment for sales returns, allowances, and discounts.

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Definitions:

Functional Structure

an organizational configuration that groups together employees based on their specific functions or roles within the company.

Divisional Structural Form

An organizational structure where operations are divided into autonomous divisions based on product, service, market, or geographic location.

Matrix Structure

An organizational structure that combines two or more types of departmentalization, often product and functional, giving rise to a complex grid of interdepartmental relationships.

Horizontal Structure

An organizational design that minimizes hierarchical levels, promoting a decentralized decision-making process, and encouraging collaboration across departments.