One Objective of Accounts Payable Is to Authorize Payment Only

question 15

Multiple Choice

One objective of accounts payable is to authorize payment only for goods or services actually ordered and received.The best way to process supplier invoices is to use

• A)electronic funds transfer for small,occasional purchases from suppliers.
• B)a nonvoucher system.
• C)EDI for all small,occasional purchases from suppliers.
• D)a disbursement voucher system.

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Definitions:

Transactions

Financial events that affect the financial position of a company, measurable in terms of changes in assets, liabilities, and equity.

Statement Of Owner's Equity

A financial statement that shows the changes in the ownership interest of a company over a period of time.

Balance Sheet

A balance sheet is a financial statement that summarizes a company's assets, liabilities, and shareholders' equity at a specific point in time.

Income Statement

A financial statement that reports a company's revenues and expenses over a specific period, resulting in a net profit or loss.