​Explain the Difference Between a Periodic and a Continuous Review

question 19

Short Answer

​Explain the difference between a periodic and a continuous review system.

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Definitions:

Consumer Price Index

A measure of the average change in prices over time that consumers pay for a basket of goods and services.

Salary Equivalent

The equivalent annual salary amount for non-standard work arrangements when comparing to a full-time salary rate.

Price Index

A measure showing how prices change over time for a fixed basket of products, used to monitor inflation or deflation.

Current Year Income

The total amount of money earned by an individual or entity within the current calendar year.