The Method of Accounting That Recognizes a Transaction When Cash

question 30

Multiple Choice

The method of accounting that recognizes a transaction when cash is received or paid is:

• A)financial accounting.
• B)cash accounting.
• C)cost accounting.
• D)accrual accounting.

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Definitions:

Batch-Level Activities

Activities that are performed each time a batch of goods is handled or processed, regardless of how many units are in the batch. The amount of resource consumed depends on the number of batches run rather than on the number of units in the batch.

Unit-Level Activities

Tasks or processes that vary directly with the number of units produced or services provided.

Activity-Based Costing

A costing method that assigns overhead and indirect costs to specific activities based on their use of resources.

Accounting Department

A division within a company that is responsible for managing financial records, ensuring compliance with accounting laws, and preparing financial reports.