The Credit Department Must Have Access to Cash in Order

question 51

True/False

The credit department must have access to cash in order to exercise effective internal control over receivables.

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Definitions:

FOB Shipping Point

A term used in shipping agreements indicating that the buyer takes ownership and responsibility for goods once they are shipped, and is responsible for freight costs and risks.

Accounts Receivable

Outstanding balances due to a company from its clients for products or services rendered but still unpaid.

FOB Shipping Point

A shipping term indicating that the buyer assumes responsibility for the goods and the shipping costs from the point of departure.

Freight Costs

Expenses incurred by a company for transporting goods from one place to another.