Janie Worked in the Student Bookstore of a Community College

question 351

Multiple Choice

Janie worked in the student bookstore of a community college. The store was quite large and offered a variety of items besides books and school supplies. Although she liked the retail atmosphere, there was little opportunity for advancement because the three persons in management positions were doing well in their jobs and not planning to retire very soon. When the college opened a new branch, Janie seized the opportunity to be reassigned to the new location and manage the smaller operation. Her change was not a promotion, it was considered a(n) __________; however, it served to improve her morale because she was performing more tasks and had greater responsibility than at the previous bookstore.

• A) advancement
• B) vertical move
• C) forward shift
• D) lateral transfer

Develop skills in preparing and analyzing comprehensive income statements.

Understand the importance of management discussion and analysis (MD&A) in corporate reporting.

Identify the differences between the direct and indirect methods of reporting cash flows from operating activities.

Recognize the components and classifications of cash flows within the statement (operating, investing, and financing activities).

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Definitions:

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