FINANCIAL AND MANAGERIAL ACCOUNTING
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Chapter 6, Problem 7E
To determine
Concept Introduction:
Internal control: Internal control refers to the process where all the authorities given are supervised and ensured that they are working in control environment complying with all policies and procedures with ethical conduct.
Whether each cash payment procedure is internal control strength or weakness.
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Determine whether each cash payment procedure is an internal control strength or weakness. 1. A voucher system is used for all payments of liabilities. 2. The owner of a small business has authority to write and sign checks. 3. When the owner is out of town, the recordkeeper is in charge of signing checks. 4. To save time, all departments are allowed to incur liabilities. 5. Payments over $100 are made by check. 6. Requesting and receiving merchandise are handled by the same department.
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Match each of the following cash receipt activities to the internal control principle to which it bestrelates. Enter the appropriate letter in the space provided.1. A list of checks received in the mail is prepared.2. Total cash receipts are compared to the amounton the bank deposit slip.3. A password is required to open the cash register.4. Price changes at the checkout require a manager’sapproval.5. Cashiers are required to count the cash in theirregister at the beginning and end of each shift.A. Establish responsibilityB. Segregate dutiesC. Restrict accessD. Document proceduresE. Independently verify
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