Principles of Financial Accounting.
Principles of Financial Accounting.
24th Edition
ISBN: 9781260158601
Author: Wild
Publisher: MCG
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Chapter 8, Problem 4DQ
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Explain the reason for segregating record-keeping from custodial responsibilities.

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