Chapter 5, Problem 11P

a.

To determine

Identify the department responsible for initiating the purchase of materials.

b.

To determine

Identity the departments which should receive copies of the purchase order to achieve control. In case, where multiple copies of a purchase order are prepared and assuming one copy goes to the vendor, and one is retained in the purchasing department.

c.

To determine

Identify the documents which the AP clerk reviews before setting up a liability.

d.

To determine

Identify the document which transfers responsibility for goods sold to a common carrier.