For Each Report Listed Below, Identify Whether the Major Purpose

question 195

Essay

For each report listed below, identify whether the major purpose of the report is for (1) routine internal reporting, (2) nonroutine internal reporting, or for (3) external reporting to investors and other outside parties.
Item:
a.study detailing sale information of the top-ten selling products
b.weekly report of total sales generated by each store in the metropolitan area
c.annual Report sent to shareholders
d.monthly report comparing budgeted sales by store to actual sales

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Definitions:

Depression

(1) Reduction in happiness and well-being that contributes to physical and social limitations and complicates the treatment of concomitant medical conditions. It is usually reversible with treatment. (2) Fourth stage of Kübler-Ross's stages of grief and dying. In this stage the person realizes the full impact and significance of the loss.

Narcolepsy

Syndrome involving sudden sleep attacks that a person cannot inhibit. Uncontrollable desire to sleep may occur several times during a day.

Antidepressant medications

Drugs prescribed to relieve symptoms of depression, including mood improvement and increased feelings of well-being.

Hot, stuffy rooms

Enclosed spaces with poor ventilation and high temperatures, often leading to discomfort and difficulty breathing.