Accounting Information Systems
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ISBN: 9781337619202
Author: Hall, James A.
Publisher: Cengage Learning,
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Chapter 4, Problem 3ICC
a.
To determine
Prepare the data flow diagram for the current system.
b.
To determine
Prepare the system flowchart for the existing system.
c.
To determine
Describe the physical internal control weaknesses.
d.
To determine
Prepare a system flowchart of a redesigned computer based system which resolves the control weaknesses.
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