AFC Cost Accounting

Question 1

In Accounting Fundamentals Certification, what does the term "net present value" (NPV) represent?

Accepted Answer

The difference between the present value of cash inflows and outflows over time

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The total revenue for the current fiscal year

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The historical cost of an asset

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The book value of all company assets

Question 2

What is the purpose of financial reconciliation in Accounting Fundamentals Certification?

Accepted Answer

To verify that financial records match and identify any discrepancies

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To calculate employee bonuses

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To create marketing budgets

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To establish credit limits for clients

Question 3

In Accounting Fundamentals Certification, what does "liquidity" refer to?

Accepted Answer

The ability to convert assets into cash quickly without significant loss of value

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The total amount of debt an organization holds

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The physical location of financial assets

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The interest rate on long-term investments

Question 4

What is the fundamental accounting equation?

Accepted Answer

Assets = Liabilities + Equity

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Revenue = Expenses + Profit

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Cash = Investments + Savings

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Income = Assets - Liabilities

Question 5

In Accounting Fundamentals Certification, what is the purpose of an internal audit?

Accepted Answer

To evaluate and improve risk management, control, and governance processes

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To prepare the annual tax return

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To set employee salary levels

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To approve all purchasing decisions

Question 6

What does "accrual accounting" mean in Accounting Fundamentals Certification?

Accepted Answer

Recording revenues and expenses when they are earned or incurred, regardless of cash flow

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Recording transactions only when cash is received or paid

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Recording only credit transactions

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Recording expenses but not revenues