Accounting Information Systems
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ISBN: 9781337619202
Author: Hall, James A.
Publisher: Cengage Learning,
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Chapter 6, Problem 2ICC
a.
To determine
Prepare a data flow diagram of the current payroll and fixed asset systems.
b.
To determine
Prepare the system flowcharts for the payroll and fixed asset systems.
c.
To determine
Explain the uncontrolled risks associated with current systems.
d.
To determine
Explain the physical and IT controls needed to reduce the risks.
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Chapter 6 Solutions
Accounting Information Systems
Ch. 6 - Which document is used by the cost accounting...Ch. 6 - Prob. 2RQCh. 6 - Prob. 3RQCh. 6 - Why should employee paychecks be drawn against a...Ch. 6 - Prob. 5RQCh. 6 - Prob. 6RQCh. 6 - Prob. 7RQCh. 6 - Prob. 8RQCh. 6 - Prob. 9RQCh. 6 - Prob. 10RQ
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