Textspeak

question 15

Multiple Choice

Textspeak:

• A) is common in all forms of modern communication.
• B) involves speaking like a textbook.
• C) is an abbreviated form of language.
• D) is another word for voice-recognition software.
• E) involves any device or program that translates written words into speech.

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Definitions:

Cost Method

An accounting method used to value investments, where the investment is recorded at cost and adjustments are made for dividends received or additional investments made.

Significant Influence

The power to participate in the financial and operating policy decisions of an investee but not control those policies.

Cost Method

An accounting method used to value an investment, based on the cost to acquire the asset, without recognizing post-purchase market changes.

Dividends

Payments made by a corporation to its shareholder members, usually derived from profits.