Which One of the Choices Below Represents the Preferred Practice

question 17

Multiple Choice

Which one of the choices below represents the preferred practice regarding significant figures when adding the following: 14.4+13+55.12+2.774?

• A) ​85.2940
• B) ​85.294
• C) ​85.29
• D) ​85.3
• E) ​85

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Definitions:

Fiscal Year

A 12-month cycle utilized for the purposes of financial statements and planning budgets, not necessarily coinciding with the calendar year.

Standard Variances

Differences between planned or standard costs and actual costs in budgeting and accounting, used to monitor and control operational performance.

Principle of Exceptions

The principle of exceptions is a management concept focusing on identifying and dealing with cases that deviate from the normal operation or standards, thus streamlining processes and oversight.

Standard Costs

Predetermined costs for manufacturing or acquiring products, used as a benchmark to compare with actual production costs for budgeting and performance evaluation.