Having One Person Responsible for the Related Activities of Ordering

question 13

Multiple Choice

Having one person responsible for the related activities of ordering merchandise receiving goods and paying for them

• A) increases the potential for errors and fraud.
• B) decreases the potential for errors and fraud.
• C) is an example of good internal control.
• D) is a good example of safeguarding the company's assets.

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Definitions:

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