Which of the Following Is One of the Disadvantages to Batch

question 49

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is one of the disadvantages to batch processing?

• A)The hardware and software are more expensive.
• B)Integration across business processes is difficult in legacy systems that are batch oriented.
• C)Batch systems can be difficult to audit because of the complexity of the system.
• D)Errors can be corrected immediately because the system checks for input errors as the data is entered.

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Definitions:

Credit Terms

Conditions under which credit will be extended to a customer, including payment due dates and any discounts for early payment.

Accounts Payable Ledger

A subsidiary ledger containing all individual accounts for suppliers from whom the business has purchased on credit.

Individual Amounts

Refers to the specific figures relating to financial transactions or balances that pertain to a single entity or account.

Perpetual Inventory Method

An inventory management technique where updates to inventory records are made immediately following each transaction, giving real-time inventory levels.