Laws That Impose Criminal Punishment Without a Trial Are Called

question 31

Multiple Choice

Laws that impose criminal punishment without a trial are called ______.

• A) void for vagueness
• B) ex post facto
• C) bills of attainder
• D) proximal laws

Comprehend the role and requirements of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act concerning internal controls and auditor's reports.

Understand the importance of comparing financial data across different periods and with other companies for comprehensive performance analysis.

Recognize the importance and limitations of earnings per share (EPS) as an indicator of company performance.

Grasp the significance of the auditor's report and the different types of audit opinions.

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Definitions:

Performance Management

A systematic process by which an organization involves its employees in improving organizational effectiveness in the accomplishment of the organization's mission and goals.

Balanced Scorecard

A strategic planning and management system used by organizations to align business activities with the vision and strategy of the organization, improve internal and external communications, and monitor performance against strategic goals.

Four Perspectives

Refers to a framework often used in business and management to evaluate an organization from multiple angles, commonly including financial, customer, internal processes, and learning and growth aspects.

Effectiveness

The degree to which an organization, such as a nonprofit, achieves its stated objectives and goals efficiently.