Given a Specific Set of Data, the Basis of Accounting

question 15

Multiple Choice

Given a specific set of data, the basis of accounting selected by or imposed on a government will impact which of the following the LEAST?

• A) Determining whether the government has a balanced budget.
• B) Determining whether the government has the ability to issue debt.
• C) Determining whether certain economic events occurred.
• D) Determining the annual payments to a government-sponsored pension plan.

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