There Are Three Basic Ways of Retrieving Data: Sequential Access

question 62

True/False

There are three basic ways of retrieving data: sequential access, interrupted access, and direct access.

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Definitions:

Deferred Tax Item

A financial item on the balance sheet that arises due to timing differences between the recognition of income and expenses for accounting and tax purposes.

Goodwill

An intangible asset that arises when a business is purchased for more than the fair value of its separate net assets.

Recognition

The process of capturing for inclusion in the statement of financial position or statement of profit or loss and other comprehensive income an item that meets the definition of one of the elements of financial statements—an asset, a liability, equity, income, or expenses.

Pre-acquisition Entry

Accounting entries used to adjust the assets and liabilities of companies involved in a merger or acquisition to their fair values at the acquisition date.