Discuss Three Major Factors That Have Contributed to the Recent

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Essay

Discuss three major factors that have contributed to the recent increase in the number of lawsuits against auditors and the size of awards to plaintiffs.

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Definitions:

Accounts Receivable

Accounts receivable refers to the money owed to a company by its customers for goods or services that have been delivered or used but not yet paid for.

Sales Revenue

The total amount of money generated from the sale of goods or services by a company before any expenses are subtracted.

Purchases Journal

A specialized accounting journal used to record all purchases of merchandise, inventory, and other items on credit.

Accounts Payable

Accounts payable is the amount of money a company owes to its suppliers or creditors for goods and services purchased on credit.