Parties to Lawsuits Often Try to Avoid Going to Trial

question 36

Multiple Choice

Parties to lawsuits often try to avoid going to trial because trials

• A) cost both time and money.
• B) can be costly in time, but rarely in money.
• C) can be costly in money, but rarely in time.
• D) are usually unfair.

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Definitions:

Merchandising Business

A type of business that makes profit by buying goods at a wholesale price and selling them at a retail price, primarily dealing in goods rather than services.

Financial Statements

Financial statements are records that provide an overview of a company's financial performance and position, typically including the balance sheet, income statement, and statement of cash flows.

Purchases Returns and Allowances

From the buyer’s perspective, returned merchandise or an adjustment for defective merchandise.

Periodic Inventory System

An inventory accounting system where updates are made on a periodic basis rather than continuously.