Which of the Following Balance-Related Objectives Is NOT a Problem

question 104

Multiple Choice

Which of the following balance-related objectives is NOT a problem when auditing the general cash account?

• A) accuracy
• B) completion
• C) rights
• D) cutoff

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Definitions:

Merchandise Inventory Account

An account on the balance sheet that represents the cost of goods available for sale, including items purchased for resale.

Inventory Shrinkage

This refers to the loss of products between procurement and sale, often due to theft, damage, or errors.

Income Summary

An account used in the closing process to combine all income and expense accounts and show the period's net income or loss.

Perpetual Inventory System

An accounting method that records purchases and sales of inventory immediately through the use of computerized point-of-sale systems and enterprise asset management software.