Ensuring That Accounting Information Is Updated Each Period Is the Purpose

question 129

Multiple Choice

Ensuring that accounting information is updated each period is the purpose of the:

• A) matching principle.
• B) revenue principle.
• C) time-period concept.
• D) expense principle

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Definitions:

Pension Funds

Investment pools that pay for workers' retirements. Contributions are made by employers, employees, or both, and the funds are invested on the employees' behalf.

Secondary Market Transaction

The buying and selling of existing financial securities among investors or traders, which occurs after the initial issuance of the securities.

Issuing Corporation

The company or entity that releases or sells securities, such as stocks or bonds, to raise capital.

Securities and Exchange Commission

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is a U.S. federal agency responsible for regulating the securities markets, enforcing securities laws, and protecting investors.