In a Small Business, the Lack of Certain Separations of Duties

question 6

Multiple Choice

In a small business, the lack of certain separations of duties can best be overcome by

• A)bonding the employees.
• B)getting the owner actively involved.
• C)hiring only honest employees.
• D)holding one person responsible for a given set of transactions.

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Definitions:

Projection

A psychological defense mechanism where an individual attributes their own unacceptable thoughts, feelings, or motives to someone else.

Intellectualization

A defense mechanism in which individuals approach emotionally charged issues with detachment and rationale, focusing on intellectual components rather than confronting the emotional aspect.

Repression

A defense mechanism where unpleasant thoughts, memories, or feelings are unconsciously excluded from conscious awareness.

Withdrawal

The process of discontinuing a habit or addiction, often leading to uncomfortable physiological and psychological effects.