In the Context of the Merit System of Staffing, According

question 54

Multiple Choice

In the context of the merit system of staffing, according to a 1976 Supreme Court decision, states ________.

• A)cannot dismiss civil servants for political reasons
• B)cannot hire employees based on their performance
• C)can hire and promote civil servants based on the spoils system
• D)cannot promote employees based on their demonstrated skill set
• E)can dismiss civil servants who belong to a particular political party

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Definitions:

Adjusted Trial Balance

A list of all the accounts of a company, showing the balance of each account after adjusting entries have been made for closing the period.

Current Assets

Assets that are expected to be converted into cash, sold, or consumed within one year or within the normal operating cycle of a business, whichever is longer.

Reversing Entries

These are accounting journal entries that reverse a previous entry, usually made at the beginning of a new accounting period to simplify record-keeping.

Work Sheet

An informal document used by accountants and auditors for preparing financial statements and ensuring the correctness of accounts.