A Multi-Column Form Used to Assemble,compute,and Summarize Data for All

question 86

Multiple Choice

A multi-column form used to assemble,compute,and summarize data for all employees at the end of the payroll period is a(n)

• A) payroll register.
• B) employee earnings record.
• C) payroll ledger.
• D) payroll check.

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