Define What a Structural Model Is

question 20

Essay

Define what a structural model is. Why should a systems analyst create one? Why is the creation of a structural model iterative?

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Definitions:

Maturity Value

The amount payable to an investor at the maturity date of a financial instrument, typically the principal plus any final interest payments.

60-Day Note

A type of short-term debt where the repayment is due 60 days after issuance.

360-Day Year

An accounting simplification that assumes there are 360 days in a year to facilitate easier interest calculations.

Direct Write-Off Method

An accounting practice where bad debts are written off against income at the time they are determined to be uncollectible, instead of being provided for in advance.