A Subsidiary Ledger Frees the General Ledger from Details of

question 52

Multiple Choice

A subsidiary ledger frees the general ledger from details of

• A) individual balances.
• B) external transactions.
• C) internal transactions.
• D) the control account.

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Definitions:

Coercive Power

A form of power that is exerted through the use of threats, punishment, or force to influence others to comply with demands or orders.

Legitimate Power

A type of power that is recognized and accepted by the society or organization in which it operates, often derived from a formal position or role.

Tacit Power

Unspoken, yet understood authority or influence that individuals or groups may hold, often derived from social positions or relationships.

Legal-Rational Authority

Is typical of modern societies. It derives from respect for the law. Laws specify how a person can achieve office. People generally believe laws are rational. If someone achieves office by following laws, people respect his or her authority.