The New York Stock Exchange Recently Eliminated All "Reporter" Jobs

question 27

Multiple Choice

The New York Stock Exchange recently eliminated all "reporter" jobs at the exchange.Reporters with seniority were able to remain employed by displacing co-workers in lower-level positions.Which of the following most likely occurred?

• A)downsizing
• B)bumping
• C)bargaining
• D)outsourcing

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Definitions:

Accrual Basis

A financial recording technique that documents incomes and expenses as they are incurred or earned, without taking into account the timing of cash transactions.

Cash Basis

An accounting method wherein revenues and expenses are recorded when they are actually received or paid, rather than when they are incurred.

General Journal

A chronologically organized accounting record where financial transactions are initially recorded, making it the first point of entry for any transaction in the accounting system.