MANAGEMENT

BUISENESS MANAGEMENT

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Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
The overall purpose of accounting is to
A
maintain accurate reports.
B
compile the business’s expenses.
C
keep track of sales.
D
control the finances of the business.
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The purpose of accounting is to accumulate and report on financial information about the performance, financial position, and cash flows of a business. This information is then used to reach decisions about how to manage the business, or invest in it, or lend money to it.

Detailed explanation-2: -The main goal of accounting is to record and report a company’s financial transactions, financial performance, and cash flows. Accounting standards improve the reliability of financial statements.

Detailed explanation-3: -Accounting and finance play vital roles within any organisation. You’ll manage and use accounting systems designed to help decision-making and control. You’ll also have the financial management techniques and risk management capabilities to value projects, investments and controlling risk exposure.

Detailed explanation-4: -The primary functions of accounting are to track, report, execute, and predict financial transactions.

Detailed explanation-5: -Correct! The purpose of financial accounting is to provide useful information for outside investors, creditors, and others.

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