The SEC's Division of Trading and Markets Assesses Possible Violations

question 35

True/False

The SEC's Division of Trading and Markets assesses possible violations of the SEC's regulations and can take action against individuals or firms.

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Definitions:

Overstatement

When the reported amount or value of an asset, expense, or income is higher than the real amount.

Periodic Inventory System

An inventory system in which ending inventory and cost of goods sold are determined at the end of the accounting period based on a physical inventory count.

Physical Inventory

Physical inventory refers to the process of counting and verifying the physical stock of goods a company holds in its possession.

Net Income

The net income of a business following the deduction of all costs, such as operational expenses and taxes, from its overall revenue.