What Is It Called When Each Transaction, Entity, and Event

question 46

Multiple Choice

What is it called when each transaction, entity, and event is represented only once in the information?

• A)uniqueness
• B)accuracy
• C)consistency
• D)timeliness

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Definitions:

Retained Earnings

The portion of net income that is retained by the company rather than distributed to its shareholders as dividends.

Profit Margin

A financial metric that measures the percentage of revenue remaining after all expenses have been deducted from sales.

External Financing Need

The requirement for funds from sources outside the business, such as loans or equity financing, to support operations or growth.

Dividend Payout Ratio

A financial metric that measures the percentage of a company's earnings distributed to its shareholders in the form of dividends.