The First Organisms on Earth Were Very Small, but Now

question 10

Multiple Choice

The first organisms on Earth were very small, but now when you look around you see many large organisms. Which of the following is the best explanation for this observation?

• A)Evolution tends toward larger and larger organisms.
• B)There were many steps necessary to go from small cells to large organisms.
• C)Organisms got larger because they needed to be larger in order to use resources more efficiently.
• D)The goal of evolution is to produce the largest organisms possible.

Comprehend the accounting for billings on construction in progress and its effects on balance sheets.

Recognize the ethical considerations related to revenue recognition and the potential for earnings management within GAAP guidelines.

Identify when and how revenue from installment sales and specific accounting transactions, like franchise fees and bundled sales, is recognized.

Understand the cost recovery method and its application in recognizing gross profit.

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