Which of the Following Is a Primary Objective of Financial

question 23

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a primary objective of financial reporting by state and local governments?

• A) To provide information that can be used for capital allocation decisions made by external investors.
• B) To report on the legal requirements imposed on the government by its elected officials.
• C) To provide information that can be used to assess a government's accountability.
• D) To fulfill the government's statutory duty to report on cash received and cash disbursed.

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Definitions:

Compound-Interest GIC

A Guaranteed Investment Certificate where the interest earned is compounded at regular intervals, allowing the investment to grow at a faster rate compared to simple interest.

Maturity Value

The amount to be paid to the holder of a financial instrument at the end of its term or at maturity.

Dollar Amount

A numerical monetary value specified in units of currency, specifically the United States dollar.

Compound-Interest GIC

A Compound-Interest Guaranteed Investment Certificate is a type of investment where the interest earned is reinvested and earns interest itself, over the term of the GIC.