List and Briefly Describe the Four Most Common Methods of Data

question 46

Essay

List and briefly describe the four most common methods of data collection. Make sure to include the pros and cons of each.

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Definitions:

Net Sales

The amount of sales generated by a company after deductions for returns, allowances for damaged or missing goods, and discounts.

Accounts Receivable

Amounts owed to a business by its customers for goods or services that have been delivered but not yet paid for.

Receivables Turnover Ratio

A financial metric that measures how efficiently a company collects cash from credit customers.

Sales Returns

Goods returned by customers to the seller after the sale has occurred, typically due to defects or dissatisfaction.