Accounting Information Systems
Accounting Information Systems
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ISBN: 9781337619202
Author: Hall, James A.
Publisher: Cengage Learning,
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Describe and provide an example of how a manager can manipulate the return on investment figures in the short run. And, explain why these manipulations are bad for the company in the long run. Also, provide suggestions regarding alternative performance evaluation and compensation schemes.

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Accounting Information Systems

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