1.
[OM-FH-1]
The accounting program at Foothill College includes the following core accounting courses (24 units) :
ACTG 1A Financial Accounting I (5 Units)
ACTG 1B Financial Accounting II (5 Units)
ACTG 1C Managerial Accounting (5 Units)
ACTG 64A Computerized Accounting Practice using QuickBooks (2 Units)
ACTG 64B Computerized Accounting Practice using Excel (2 Units)
ACTG 67 Tax Accounting (5 Units)
How many total units are required in the core listing and overall in the major?
Hint: answer 39 and 49
Correct Answer
B. 39 and 49, respectively
Explanation
The correct answer is 39 and 49, respectively. The question asks for the total units required in the core listing and overall in the major. The core accounting courses listed have a total of 24 units. However, in addition to these core courses, there are additional units required for the major. Therefore, the overall units required in the major is 49.
2.
[OM-FH-2]
Our courses satisfy the unit-requirement to sit for the CPA exam.
Hint: Answer True
Correct Answer
A. True
Explanation
The statement "Our courses satisfy the unit-requirement to sit for the CPA exam" implies that the courses provided by the institution fulfill the necessary criteria for an individual to be eligible to take the CPA exam. Therefore, the correct answer is True.
3.
[OM-SY-1]
Based on the syllabus, if someone is in one of my current classes, what is the best method to communicate with me?
Correct Answer
B. Private Messages Only
Explanation
Private Messages in ETUDES is best, since I am able to keep track of your messages. I receive too much email, most of it junk, which increases the likelihood of your message getting lost. Voicemail is not good either, since I only check messages a couple of times a week. Private Messages is the default communication method, if you are in any of my current classes.
4.
[OM-SY-2]
Based on the SYLLABUS, what is the recommended place to purchase your textbook?
[Refer to Textbook Information section]
Correct Answer
D. Foothill College Bookstore (online or on-campus)
Explanation
Best place is our Foothill College Bookstore. You don't know if the edition or bundle of tools are appropriate for our class, if you purchase the textbook at a source other than our bookstore.
5.
[OM-SY-3]
If you purchase a textbook edition that is different than the one listed, you can use it in this class?
Correct Answer
B. False
Explanation
FALSE.... different editions include several differences, including different homework items.
6.
[OM-SY-4]
Based on the SYLLABUS, which section defines the various graded tasks (CA's, Quizzes, Exams, etc.)?
[refer to syllabus]
Correct Answer
B. Graded Components
Explanation
Syllabus Section SY 6
7.
[OM-SY-6]
The minimum hours per week required for this class (5 units), during the regular quarter is 15 hours (3hrs per unit: 1hr of "lecture" + 2 hrs of "homework").
Correct Answer
A. True
Explanation
5 quarter units for a class = 5 hours of lecture (or reading) and 10 hours for homework per week.
In a summer session, the 15 total hours double to 30.
Make sure you have enough enough hours in the week to complete all the tasks, including non-graded and graded (deliverables) work. Othewise, it is highly suggested that you consider taking the class in a future term, when you do have the time.
8.
[OM-SY-7]
If you decide to withdraw the class with a "W" reflected in your transcript, by which week do you need to drop the class?
Correct Answer
C. 8th week (3rd week in summer session)
Explanation
Only you can drop or withdraw from the class. After 75% of the course has elapsed (week 8 in a regular 12 week term), you will not be allowed to withdraw and instructors are not able to do so either.
Make sure to always drop/withdraw from the class officially with the college.
Otherwise, if you stop coming to class without dropping/withdrawing, you will earn whatever grade you would have accumulated by the time you attending coming to class - usually a FAILING grade.
9.
[OM-SY-8]
If you decide to drop the class, but do not do so officially with the college administration, the instructor can withdraw you?
Correct Answer
B. False
Explanation
Only you can drop or withdraw from the class. After 75% of the course has elapsed (week 8 in a regular 12 week term), you will not be allowed to withdraw and instructors are not able to do so either.
Make sure to always drop/withdraw from the class officially with the college.
Otherwise, if you stop coming to class without dropping/withdrawing, you will earn whatever grade you would have accumulated by the time you attending coming to class - usually a FAILING grade.
10.
[OM-SY-9]
Based on the syllabus, late submissions are accepted without penalty?
Correct Answer
B. False
Explanation
To be fair to those who do submit on time, late submissions are not accepted. Nonetheless, I reserve the right to accept late submissions and apply up to a 0-100% penalty.
11.
[OM-SY-10]
Based on the syllabus, if you suffer a technical problem with your internet connection or other technical issues, you will be allowed a retake?
Correct Answer
B. False
Explanation
No retakes, unless a systemic problems is found to be the issue.
Use your "lowest scores" drops strategically, save them for when you truly need them due to possible personal or technical issues.
12.
[OM-SY-11]
When you submit work containing UNSUPPORTED* figures, a heavy penalty will be applied - even if the answer is correct.
*support is showing how you derived a number (calculation in parantheses or referenced to another document).
note: only applies for work that requires and allows for support (e.g. excel submissions, if any). No support required in MAL or WileyPlus.
Correct Answer
A. True
Explanation
Support only expected for problems submitted for manual scoring (excel, google-docs). Support only required for "non-given" numbers.
0-100% penalty applies for UNSUPPORTED numbers for NON-GIVEN figures in problems (usually in exams).
13.
[OM-SY-12]
Based on the syllabus, teams are defined as 2-5 persons*, and 1 submission per team?
Hint: Answer True
Correct Answer
A. True
Explanation
Syllabus Section SY6 provides you with a general definition of what constitutes a team. However, at times, I override this general rule with a more specific definition, which will be reflected in the instructions to each specific project option - in the class DASHBOARD.
Only 1 submission per team, credit given to names on title or cover page. Each person in team will receive the earned score on the submission.
Note: each team member will receive the same score, unless the contribution rank, as shown on the title/cover page indicates a 50% or 100% reduction. More detail in announcement, later in term.
A minimum of 30% reduction to score earned, if student submits team work individually.
14.
[OM-SY-13]
Based on the syllabus, the OFFICIAL workweek runs from Monday through Sunday, 24/7?
Correct Answer
B. False
Explanation
ALL work officially runs from Monday through Friday (12 noon). All work should be front-loaded to the early part of the week to then have enough time to ask for and get help (from both instructor, assistants, and classmates) before the weekend.
The deadlines that fall on weekends are for the convenience of those who may find them useful. But please DO NOT rely on help during weekends.
15.
[OM-SY-14]
Based on the syllabus, on a weekly basis, the cut-off day and time for posting questions is:
Correct Answer
C. Friday at 12 noon
Explanation
Questions posted in a week, after the Friday 12 noon cut-off may not receive feedback or the response will be given on the following business day, usually on the following Monday. Remember that once we go past a chapter, we will usually not go back to those topics.
16.
[OM-SY-16]
Based on the syllabus, all graded tasks (deliverables) are submitted in ATS (ETUDES) or Online HW/Testing Tool* such as MAL (Actg 1a,1b,1c), CNOW (Actg 66), or WileyPlus (Actg 51), unless otherwise announced?
Correct Answer
A. True
Explanation
All deliverables are submitted in ATS or Online HW/Testing Tool (class activities, however, are submitted as instructed, refer to DASHBOARD for detail for each CA).
17.
[OM-TL-1]
Where will I post your weekly agenda?
answer: Home Page (first day of week, each week; located on home page of your ETUDES shell, middle panel and in DASHBOARD TAB)
Correct Answer
B. Home Page (ETUDES)
Explanation
I will post a weekly agenda in the home page in your ETUDES course shell (sent also via an announcement on Monday mornings). The weekly agenda lists the due items for the week, it reflects the same info as shown in the class calendar. NOTE: the class calendar controls the due dates and times for all deliverables for the class, unless otherwise announced via ANNOUNCEMENTS.
18.
[OM-TL-2]
How do I communicate regarding anything that is going on in the class (1-way from instructor to class)?
Via:
Correct Answer
A. ANNOUNCEMENTS
Explanation
Announcements are a way for the instructor to communicate important information or updates to the entire class. It is a one-way form of communication where the instructor can share any relevant information, such as changes in the schedule, upcoming assignments, or important reminders. This method ensures that all students receive the same information at the same time, making it an efficient way to keep everyone informed.
19.
[OM-TL-3]
The best way to determine what is due and when.
1) Review the Class Calendar in your syllabus (at least once per week, preferably on first day of each week)
2) Review the listing of deliverables for the week in the WEEKLY AGENDA announcement, which I usually send it out on Monday morning (I copy and paste the listing from the class calendar).
Note that the dates on ATS or MAL/CNow/WPlus may not be the same. I sometimes extend the dates there to allow for flexibility in submitting beyond the actual due date on the class calendar. The Class Calendar is the controlling document with respect to due dates.
Correct Answer
A. True
Explanation
The explanation for the given correct answer is that the best way to determine what is due and when is to review the Class Calendar in the syllabus, as well as the listing of deliverables for the week in the WEEKLY AGENDA announcement. It is important to note that the dates on other platforms may not be the same, as the Class Calendar is the controlling document for due dates.
20.
[OM-TL-4]
Where can you find answer keys and/or handouts for each chapter?
Correct Answer(s)
A. Resources in ETUDES
B. Discussion Forums
C. Supplemental Website
D. Announcements
E. File Cabinet in each MODULE
F. MAL
G. HW Page (tab) in each MODULE
Explanation
I placed answer keys in the following places (in order of priority):
MODULES: Under the HW Tab, I include many resources, but I only include those that relate to selected hw items.
MODULES: I may also upload some additional materials (e.g. excel templates) to the FILE CABINET.
RESOURCES in ETUDES: Included here are MOST answer keys (including for UNassigned hw) and misc. handouts. All answer keys are available throughout the quarter and are accessible with a password, if password-protected. Password is given in an announcement at the beginning of the term. Most handouts in RESOURCES are excel-based workbooks/worksheets sourced to the textbook authors. Some handouts in RESOURCES are old, but may still be useful.
SUPPLEMENTAL Website: The publisher of your textbook also provides an additional webpage which lists some missing resources at time of printing of your edition of our textbook. This website is listed in section SY3 of your syllabus.
21.
[OM-TL-5]
Where can you ask for help for topic-related content?
Correct Answer
C. Discussion Forums (Chapter discussion threads)
Explanation
PRIVATE MESSAGES are NOT for chapter/content related questions. Use instead the chapter discussion threads.
22.
[OM-TL-6]
You need expert-level EXCEL knowledge to successfully complete work in this class?
Correct Answer
B. False
Explanation
Very basic use of excel is needed to open and navigate excel handouts for this class entering and submitting answers to problems. The url below includes a lesson on the basics of excel:
http://fgamedia.org/faculty/jnava/notebooks/mods/orientation/orientation_web/pages/7.html
23.
[OM-TL-7]
If required for your class, where do you find information regarding the registration, and login help for your class bundled online homework tool (such as MAL, CengageNow, or WileyPlus)?
Correct Answer
A. Syllabus
Explanation
In Textbook Section SY3 in your syllabus.
24.
[OM-TL-8]
You can use the class gradebook to review your current grade throughout the term.
Correct Answer
A. True
Explanation
Go to the google-spreadsheet I use to publish the class gradebook. It is linked from the left-hand-side navigation panel. It includes both a summary page (organized by a Randomly-ID-Number that I send to you via a private message by the 3rd week of the quarter) and an individual gradebook that details all your individual scores.
25.
[OM-OR-1]
Based on the Orientation Module & CA-1 Instructions, there are 5 orientation tasks due (deliverable) during the first week of the term?
Correct Answer
B. False
Explanation
3 Tasks:
1. Submit Orientation "Quiz" (the one you are currently on)
2. Write your Brief Bio in a Google-doc and share it with the class
3. Register in your Online HW/Testing tool
26.
[OM-OT-2]
By entering your name in the space provided below, you acknowledge that you have read and understand the requirements of this class as listed in the syllabus, orientation module, and CA-1.
NOTE: After you submit this orientation quiz, the subsequent page will include a completion certificate (automatic by proprofs.com)
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you should save either as a webpage or "print it to pdf" and save it in your pc.
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Then Upload it to the "Orientation Quiz Completion Upload" link, in ATS in your ETUDES shell. NOTE: On subsequent proprofs quizzes, I will NOT ask you to upload this file. I am only using this opportunity to check that you are able to upload a file into ATS in ETUDES.