Accounting Information Systems
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ISBN: 9781133934400
Author: James A. Hall
Publisher: Cengage Learning
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Chapter 5, Problem 4ICC
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Prepare a data flow diagram of the current system.
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Prepare the system flowchart of the existing system.
c.
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Explain the physical internal control weaknesses in the system.
d.
To determine
Explain the IT controls that should be placed in the system.
e.
To determine
Create a system flowchart of a redesigned computer-based system that resolves the control weaknesses identified.
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