Accounting Information Systems
11th Edition
ISBN: 9781337552127
Author: Ulric J. Gelinas, Richard B. Dull, Patrick Wheeler, Mary Callahan Hill
Publisher: Cengage Learning
expand_more
expand_more
format_list_bulleted
Question
Chapter 15, Problem 4P
a)
Summary Introduction
To show: The
Introduction:
b)
Summary Introduction
To draw: The context diagram for the system when the raw materials inventory and finished goods inventory are within the system context.
Introduction:
Accounting Information System (AIS) is said to be the specialized subsystem of the Information System (IS). AIS can be used in the business events for the purpose of collecting, processing, and reporting the financial information.
Expert Solution & Answer
Want to see the full answer?
Check out a sample textbook solution
Students have asked these similar questions
Please help me work this out. The four choices in the drop-down boxes under general journal in the second picture are: accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash and controllable variance.
Ma1.
Which of the following improvements introduced by Evie Landon of A Plus Jewellery relates to data outputs?
Select one:
A.
Sales reports showing variances from budget are provided to all sales staff
B.
Individual sales records are subject to limit checks
C.
Reconciliation of total sales entered and total sales processed
D.
The use of a standardised sales records
Performance Eval Variances: Refer to the pictures. One has the information and the second has the template. Thank you!
Chapter 15 Solutions
Accounting Information Systems
Ch. 15 - Prob. 1RQCh. 15 - Explain the three key drivers of complexity in...Ch. 15 - Describe the three key characteristics of...Ch. 15 - Prob. 4RQCh. 15 - Prob. 5RQCh. 15 - Prob. 6RQCh. 15 - Prob. 7RQCh. 15 - Prob. 8RQCh. 15 - Prob. 9RQCh. 15 - Prob. 10RQ
Ch. 15 - Prob. 11RQCh. 15 - Prob. 12RQCh. 15 - a. How are a bill of materials (BOM) and a routing...Ch. 15 - Prob. 14RQCh. 15 - Prob. 15RQCh. 15 - Prob. 16RQCh. 15 - Prob. 17RQCh. 15 - Prob. 18RQCh. 15 - Why is inventory management and control important...Ch. 15 - Prob. 21RQCh. 15 - Prob. 1DQCh. 15 - Prob. 3DQCh. 15 - What industry do you believe is a leader in...Ch. 15 - Prob. 5DQCh. 15 - Prob. 6DQCh. 15 - Prob. 7DQCh. 15 - Prob. 8DQCh. 15 - In addition to the industries mentioned in...Ch. 15 - A main goal of JIT is zero inventories. a. Assume...Ch. 15 - Prob. 11DQCh. 15 - Discuss how the inventory process supports the...Ch. 15 - Prob. 13DQCh. 15 - Prob. 14DQCh. 15 - Prob. 1SPCh. 15 - Prob. 2SPCh. 15 - Prob. 3SPCh. 15 - Prob. 4SPCh. 15 - Prob. 5SPCh. 15 - Study Figure 15.8, showing the level 0 DFD of the...Ch. 15 - Prob. 3PCh. 15 - Prob. 4PCh. 15 - Prob. 5PCh. 15 - Prob. 6PCh. 15 - Prob. 7P
Knowledge Booster
Similar questions
- Close the PRIMEVAR4 file and open PRIMEVAR3. Click the Chart sheet tab. On the screen is a graphical representation of the variances computed in requirement 3. Review the chart and answer the following questions: a. Which variances does each bar represent? A __________ B __________ C __________ D __________ b. Which of the variances shown would be of most concern to management for immediate attention? (Consider groups of variances and materiality also.) Explain. When the assignment is complete, close the file without saving it again. Worksheet. McGrade Industries also has the following information regarding overhead for October: actual overhead 375,000, standard variable overhead of 3 per direct labor hour, and standard fixed overhead of 5 per direct labor hour (based on 47,000 hours budgeted). Modify the PRIMEVAR3 worksheet to compute all appropriate overhead variances. Preview the printout to make sure that the worksheet will print neatly on one page, and then print the worksheet. Save the completed file as PRIMEVART. Hint: Insert several new rows in the Data Section and in the Answer Section. Chart. Using the PRIMEVAR3 file, prepare a 3-D stacked bar chart to compare total standard cost per unit with actual cost per unit. Complete the Chart Tickler Data Table and use it as a basis for preparing the chart. You do not need to use cell references when completing the table. Enter all appropriate titles, legends, and formats. Enter your name somewhere on the chart. Save the file again as PRIMEVAR3. Print the chart.arrow_forward(Appendix 10A) Which of the following items describes practices surrounding the recording of variances? a. All inventories are typically carried at standard. b. Unfavorable variances appear as debits. c. Favorable variances appear as credits. d. Immaterial variances are typically closed to Cost of Goods Sold. e. All of these.arrow_forwardPlease help me to answer the required 1 of Graphical Approach for Material Variances. I also uploaded the example illustration that was given to me. Thank you so much.arrow_forward
- Create a narrative explanation for the variances. Create a scenario, context, or circumstance that can hypothetically account for the variance's nature and cause. Make a recommendation based on the variance calculated. Carry out this procedure for Overhead only.arrow_forwardPlease assist with requirements 1 and 2, providing explanations for each calculation in detail. Thanks! Requirements 1. Compute the variable overhead cost and efficiency variances and fixed overhead cost and volume variances. 2. Explain why the variances are favorable or unfavorable.arrow_forwardPerformance Eval Variances: Refer to the pictures. Thank you! One picture has the info and the second picture has the template.arrow_forward
- Distinguish among a budget, a performance report, and a variance. Question content area bottom Part 1 A. A budget measures the differences between a performance report and a variance; a performance report compares actual results with the budget; and a variance is a quantitative expression of a plan of action. B. A budget compares the performance report with variances; a performance report measures the differences between budget and actual; and a variance is a quantitative expression of a plan of action. C. A budget compares actual results with the performance report; a performance report is a quantitative expression of a plan of action; and a variance measures the differences between budget and actual. D. A budget is a quantitative expression of a plan of action; a performance report compares actual results with the budget; and a variance measures the differences between budget and actual.arrow_forwardPerformance Eval Variances: Refer to the pictures. Thank you!arrow_forwardPlease include excel formula Using the following returns, calculate the arithmetic average returns, the variances, and the standard deviations for X and Y. Input area: Year X Y 1 13% 27% 2 26% 36% 3 7% 11% 4 -5% -29% 5 11% 16% (Use cells A6 to C11 from the given information to complete this question. You must use the built-in Excel function to answers this question. Make sure to use the “sample” Excel formulas.) Output area: Asset X: Average return Variance Standard deviation Asset Y: Average return Variance Standard deviationarrow_forward
- Pick out the two most significant variances that you computed in (1) above. Explain tMs. Dunn possible causes of these variances.arrow_forwardPerformance Eval Variances: Refer to the picture. Thank you!arrow_forwardAn Unfavorable Variance results when (check all that apply) a. Actual costs exceed Budgeted costs b. Budgeted costs exceed Actual costs c. Actual revenues exceed Budgeted revenue d. Budgeted revenue exceeds Actual revenuesarrow_forward
arrow_back_ios
SEE MORE QUESTIONS
arrow_forward_ios
Recommended textbooks for you
Accounting Information SystemsFinanceISBN:9781337552127Author:Ulric J. Gelinas, Richard B. Dull, Patrick Wheeler, Mary Callahan HillPublisher:Cengage Learning
Pkg Acc Infor Systems MS VISIO CDFinanceISBN:9781133935940Author:Ulric J. GelinasPublisher:CENGAGE L
Managerial Accounting: The Cornerstone of Busines...AccountingISBN:9781337115773Author:Maryanne M. Mowen, Don R. Hansen, Dan L. HeitgerPublisher:Cengage Learning
Excel Applications for Accounting PrinciplesAccountingISBN:9781111581565Author:Gaylord N. SmithPublisher:Cengage Learning
Auditing: A Risk Based-Approach (MindTap Course L...AccountingISBN:9781337619455Author:Karla M Johnstone, Audrey A. Gramling, Larry E. RittenbergPublisher:Cengage Learning
Accounting Information Systems
Finance
ISBN:9781337552127
Author:Ulric J. Gelinas, Richard B. Dull, Patrick Wheeler, Mary Callahan Hill
Publisher:Cengage Learning
Pkg Acc Infor Systems MS VISIO CD
Finance
ISBN:9781133935940
Author:Ulric J. Gelinas
Publisher:CENGAGE L
Managerial Accounting: The Cornerstone of Busines...
Accounting
ISBN:9781337115773
Author:Maryanne M. Mowen, Don R. Hansen, Dan L. Heitger
Publisher:Cengage Learning
Excel Applications for Accounting Principles
Accounting
ISBN:9781111581565
Author:Gaylord N. Smith
Publisher:Cengage Learning
Auditing: A Risk Based-Approach (MindTap Course L...
Accounting
ISBN:9781337619455
Author:Karla M Johnstone, Audrey A. Gramling, Larry E. Rittenberg
Publisher:Cengage Learning