Allowing the Employee Who Authorizes Purchases to Also Prepare the Check

question 163

True/False

Allowing the employee who authorizes purchases to also prepare the check is an example of good internal control.

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Historical Cost

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Financial Capital Maintenance

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The total assets of a company minus its total liabilities.

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