Basic Accounting Quiz

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1. How long does it typically take to prepare for the CPA exam?

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The Basic Accounting Quiz assesses knowledge on historical figures on U. S. Currency, roles of major accounting firms, and changes in CPA exam structure. It highlights the importance of IT and general business knowledge in accounting and reflects on how corporate scandals have influenced educational trends.

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2. According to an AICPA poll, how was an intern's "on the job" experience before graduation rated?

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3. Which of the following is not a good idea in trying to gain an edge over other job candidates?

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4. To join the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants, which criteria must you meet?

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5. What is "GAAP"?

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6. Why does the FBI often hire CPAs?

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7. What does the new computer-based CPA exam have an increased emphasis on?

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8. How many one-cent pieces are in $50.00?

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9. Which is not one of the four main sections of the new CPA exam?

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10. Which section appears in the Code of Professional Conduct of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants?

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11. Who is on the U.S. $500 bill?

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12. As a new CPA your ability to land new opportunities will depend largely on how well you're able to?

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13. How long does it take to do the CPA exam?

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14. In U.S. currency, what type of quarter was minted in 1931?

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15. What accounting firm counts the award ballots for the Academy Awards?

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16. As per a report from Booz Allen & Hamilton what is the value of winning the Best Picture Award in "incremental box office"?

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17. What has recently increased the popularity of accounting programs in the Universities?

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18. Whose picture is on the $1,000 U.S. savings bond?

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How long does it typically take to prepare for the CPA exam?
According to an AICPA poll, how was an intern's "on the job"...
Which of the following is not a good idea in trying to gain an edge...
To join the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants, which...
What is "GAAP"?
Why does the FBI often hire CPAs?
What does the new computer-based CPA exam have an increased emphasis...
How many one-cent pieces are in $50.00?
Which is not one of the four main sections of the new CPA exam?
Which section appears in the Code of Professional Conduct of the...
Who is on the U.S. $500 bill?
As a new CPA your ability to land new opportunities will depend...
How long does it take to do the CPA exam?
In U.S. currency, what type of quarter was minted in 1931?
What accounting firm counts the award ballots for the Academy Awards?
As per a report from Booz Allen & Hamilton what is the value of...
What has recently increased the popularity of accounting programs in...
Whose picture is on the $1,000 U.S. savings bond?
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