In 1992, the County's Media Focused on an Unlicensed Daycare

question 148

Essay

In 1992, the county's media focused on an unlicensed daycare centre in Martensville, Saskatchewan, where it was claimed children were to have suffered abuse. Although none of the children had shown symptoms or problems during their preschool experience, a full investigation was initiated. What has research revealed about the accuracy of children's testimony? Under what conditions are children apt to be suggestible?

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Definitions:

Voucher

A written document that serves as evidence of a transaction and authorizes payment.

Vouchers Payable

These are obligations or liabilities for goods and services received that are not yet paid for, usually validated by a voucher system.

Gross Method

An accounting practice where purchases are recorded at their full invoice price without deducting any purchase discounts taken.

Periodic Method

An accounting method where inventory purchases are recorded in a purchases account, with the inventory count and cost of goods sold calculated at the end of the accounting period.