A General Rule to Use in Assessing the Average Collection

question 59

Multiple Choice

A general rule to use in assessing the average collection period is that it

• A) should not exceed 30 days.
• B) can be any length as long as the customer continues to buy merchandise.
• C) should not greatly exceed the return period.
• D) should not greatly exceed the credit term period.

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Definitions:

Backflows

The return of workers to the countries from which they originally emigrated.

Younger Workers

Refers to individuals in the workforce who are typically in the lower age range of the working population, often considered to be more recent entrants into the job market.

Standard of Living

The degree of prosperity, comfort, material possessions, and essential needs accessible to a specific socioeconomic group or region.

National Income

The total value of all goods and services produced by a country over a specific period, typically a year, representing the economic performance of a nation.