When Is It NOT Appropriate to Use an Encumbrance System

question 20

Multiple Choice

When is it NOT appropriate to use an encumbrance system?

• A)When only a small part of expenditures for goods and services are discretionary.
• B)When there is a significant lag between purchase orders and the receipt of goods.
• C)When reporting is done on a yearly basis.
• D)When commitments are made on a decentralized basis.

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Definitions:

Multiple Roles

The simultaneous fulfillment of various roles by an individual, such as parent, employee, and student, each with its own set of responsibilities and expectations.

Functionalism

An approach emphasizing the way each part of society functions to fulfill the needs of the whole.

Role Strain

The stress or tension experienced when the demands of a particular social role conflict with an individual's personal abilities, resources, or needs.

Adequate Time

The amount of time deemed sufficient to accomplish a task or meet a requirement, often based on subjective evaluation.