Discuss at Least One Potential Ethical Problem with Discretion

question 77

Essay

Discuss at least one potential ethical problem with discretion.

Recognize the purpose and handling of petty cash accounts.

Appreciate the role of internal controls in ensuring the success and security of a business.

Calculate and analyze the days' sales uncollected to evaluate company efficiency in receivables management.

Understand and apply the concept of recording transactions using both the gross and net methods.

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Definitions:

Terms 2/10, N/30

A set of credit terms that offer a discount of 2% if payment is made within 10 days; otherwise, the full invoice amount is due within 30 days.

Perpetual Inventory Method

An accounting practice where the inventory records are updated immediately after every addition or subtraction, providing a continuously accurate inventory level.

Journalize

The act of recording business transactions in the chronological accounting record known as the journal.

Terms 2/10, N/30

A payment term indicating that a buyer can take a 2% discount on the invoice amount if the payment is made within 10 days; otherwise, the full invoice amount must be paid within 30 days.