Which One of the Following Is a Correct Statement About

question 125

Multiple Choice

Which one of the following is a correct statement about the administrative costs of the health care system in the U.S.?

• A)consumes 1% of healthcare dollars.
• B)considered ethical to spend a high percentage on administrative costs.
• C)Americans pay less for health care than those living in Canada's socialized system.
• D)includes enrolling beneficiaries and checking eligibility.
• E)includes rebates to customers for good health checkups.

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Definitions:

Merchandise

Goods purchased by a company for the purpose of selling them to customers, typically referring to products in retail businesses.

Ending Inventory

Ending inventory is the total value of all unsold goods a company has at the end of an accounting period, calculated before the new fiscal period begins.

Retail Method

An accounting method used to estimate the ending inventory and cost of goods sold based on the retail price of merchandise.

Estimated Cost

An approximation of the financial outlay required to complete a project, acquire a service, or purchase goods, often used in budgeting and planning.