The Basic Concept of Internal Control That Recognizes the Cost

question 22

Multiple Choice

The basic concept of internal control that recognizes the cost of internal control should not exceed the benefits expected to be derived is known as:

• A)Reasonable assurance.
• B)Management responsibility.
• C)Limited liability.
• D)Management by exception.

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Definitions:

Pre-acquisition Entry

A journal entry made to record the financial impacts of acquiring company interest or assets before full acquisition or control is obtained.

Declared Dividend

A payment authorized by a company’s board of directors to be distributed among shareholders out of the company’s earnings.

Business Combination Entries

The journal entries recorded to account for the consolidation of entitles under common control, reflecting their assets, liabilities, and any non-controlling interest.

Fair Value

Fair value is an estimate of the price at which an asset or liability could be exchanged between knowledgeable, willing parties in an arm's length transaction.