Define Internal Control and Identify the Objectives of Internal Control

question 138

Essay

Define internal control and identify the objectives of internal control system.
 

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Definitions:

Days' Sales

A financial ratio that calculates the average time it takes for a company to convert its inventory into sales.

Average Inventory

The mean value of inventory within a certain period, calculated to help understand inventory levels and turnover.

Ending Inventory

The total value of all inventory a company has on hand at the end of its financial period.

Perpetual System

A perpetual system is an inventory management approach that continuously tracks inventory levels and costs, updating records with each purchase and sale.