College Accounting: A Career Approach (with Quickbooks Accountant 2015 Cd-rom)
College Accounting: A Career Approach (with Quickbooks Accountant 2015 Cd-rom)
12th Edition
ISBN: 9781305863385
Author: Cathy J. Scott
Publisher: Cengage Learning
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Chapter 6, Problem 1QY
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Identify the correct option that does not indicate an example of internal control system.

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Answer to Problem 1QY

The correct answer is option (b).

Explanation of Solution

Internal control: Internal control is a process which ensures continuous reliability of accomplishment, of a company’s objectives, related to operations, financial reporting, and in conformity with laws and regulations.

Justification for correct answer: Cash deposits would be counted and hence, should be deposited daily, not weekly. Hence, depositing cash weekly is not an example of internal control system. Hence, option (b) is correct.

Justification for incorrect answers:

  • Option (a) is incorrect because segregation of duties is an example of internal control system.
  • Option (c) is incorrect because authorizing the control of petty cash fund to a single employee is an example of internal control system.
  • Option (d) is incorrect because pre numbered checks is example of internal control system.
  • Option (e) is incorrect because endorsement of check before depositing is an example of internal control system.
Conclusion

Therefore, option (b) is correct answer.

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