Describe the Major Risks of Error or Fraud in the Inventory

question 70

Essay

Describe the major risks of error or fraud in the inventory and distribution cycle using the headings of i)risks of error,ii)risks of misappropriation of assets,other fraud,or illegal acts,and iii)risks of inadequate disclosure or incorrect presentation of financial information,including fraudulent financial reporting.

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Definitions:

Treasury Stock

Shares that were previously issued and outstanding but have been repurchased by the issuing company and held in its own treasury.

Debit Balance

The remaining amount in a financial account that appears on the left side of the account ledger, indicating assets or expenses.

Dividends In Arrears

Outstanding dividends on cumulative preferred stock that have not been paid by the designated payment date.

Cumulative Preferred Stock

A type of preferred stock that entitles shareholders to receive dividends in arrears before any dividends can be distributed to common stockholders.