Jim Gant Has Worked for Dr

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Essay

Jim Gant has worked for Dr. Ken Flood for several years. Jim demonstrates a loyalty that is rare among employees. He hasn't taken a vacation in the last three years. One of Jim's primary duties at the medical office is to open the mail and list the checks received. He also takes cash from patients at the cashier window as patients leave. At times it is so hectic that Jim doesn't bother with giving patients a receipt for the cash paid on their accounts. He assures them he will see to it that they receive the proper credit. When the traffic is slow in the office Jim offers to help Lisa post the payments to the patients' accounts receivable. She is always happy to receive his help, because he is a very conscientious worker.
Instructions
Identify any principles of internal control that may be violated in this medical office situation.

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Definitions:

External Validity

The extent to which research findings can be generalized or applied to other settings, populations, or time periods outside of the original study conditions.

Independent Variable

A variable that is manipulated or changed in an experiment to determine its effects on a dependent variable.

Experimental Conditions

The controlled environment and variables under which an experiment is conducted to test hypotheses and observe outcomes.

Ethical Concerns

Issues or situations that require a consideration of what is right and wrong in terms of conduct or morality.