The type of accounting which reports to external parties of the organization is known as ____________?

Correct answer: C. financial accounting

  • A. cost accounting
  • B. decision accounting
  • C. financial accounting
  • D. management accounting

Explanation

Financial accounting produces general-purpose reports for external users, including shareholders, lenders and government agencies. Cost and management accounting mainly support internal planning and decisions.

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