Which of the Following Is Not True for an Operating

question 28

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is not true for an operating segment according to U.S. GAAP?

• A) Discrete financial information generated by the internal accounting system is available.
• B) The segment earns revenues and incurs expenses.
• C) The segment is regularly reviewed by a chief decision maker to assess performance decisions.
• D) The segment is regularly reviewed by a chief decision maker to make resource allocations.
• E) An organizational unit cannot be an operating segment if all of its operating transactions are only with other segments of the organization.

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Definitions:

Economic Conditions

The state of the economy at a given time, encompassing various factors including employment levels, inflation rate, and GDP growth.

Inflation

The quickness with which the average market prices for goods and services grow, reducing the realm of purchasing.

Unemployment

A situation in which individuals who are able and willing to work cannot find jobs.

Living Standards

The level of wealth, comfort, material goods, and necessities available to a certain socioeconomic class or a geographic area.