At What Point in the Acquisition and Payment Cycle Do

question 142

Multiple Choice

At what point in the acquisition and payment cycle do most companies first recognize the acquisition and related liability on their records?

• A) when the purchase requisition is received by the accounting department
• B) when the purchase order is prepared
• C) when the company receives the invoice from the vendor
• D) when the company receives the goods or services from the vendor

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