The Primary Objective of Accounting Is to

question 101

Multiple Choice

The primary objective of accounting is to

• A)implement strong internal controls.
• B)provide useful information to decision makers.
• C)prepare financial statements.
• D)ensure the profitability of an organization.

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Definitions:

Statutory Mandates

Legal requirements or orders enacted by a legislative body that must be followed by entities or individuals subject to its jurisdiction.

Corporate Business

An organization engaged in commercial, industrial, or professional activities, structured as a corporation providing limited liability to its owners.

Public Corporation

A company whose shares are publicly traded on a stock exchange and are owned by a wide range of investors.

Government

The system or group of people governing an organized community, often a state, and the mechanism through which political authority is exercised.