In an Organization,departments That Provide Support to Operating Departments Are

question 44

Multiple Choice

In an organization,departments that provide support to operating departments are called:

• A) service departments.
• B) primary departments.
• C) operating departments.
• D) strategic departments.

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Definitions:

Balance Sheet Approach

A method for evaluating foreign subsidiaries in which assets and liabilities are translated at the current exchange rate, whereas equity accounts are translated at the historical exchange rates.

Allowance for Doubtful Accounts

An accounting provision made for potential future bad debts that might arise from credit sales being unpaid.

Uncollectible Accounts

Receivables that are considered to be uncollectable and are written off as a loss because payment is highly unlikely.

Net Credit Sales

The total value of sales made on credit during a period, minus any returns or allowances.