An Entity Erroneously Recorded a Large Purchase Twice

question 72

Multiple Choice

An entity erroneously recorded a large purchase twice. Which of the following internal controls would be most likely to detect this error in a timely and efficient manner?

• A)Footing the purchases journal.
• B)Reconciling vendors' monthly statements with subsidiary payable ledger accounts.
• C)Tracing totals from the purchases journal to the ledger accounts.
• D)Sending written quarterly confirmations to all vendors.

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Definitions:

Alkanes

Saturated hydrocarbons consisting only of carbon (C) and hydrogen (H) atoms, with single C-C bonds.

Alkynes

Alkynes are hydrocarbons containing at least one carbon-carbon triple bond, characterized by the molecular formula C_nH_2n-2, and are known for their reactivity.

Branched Isomers

Molecules with the same molecular formula but different arrangements of atoms, resulting in branches off the main chain.

Isomers

Compounds with the same molecular formula but different structures or arrangements of atoms, resulting in various physical and chemical properties.