Table of contents

1. Introduction to Accounting1h 21m
2. Transaction Analysis1h 13m
3. Accrual Accounting Concepts2h 38m
4. Merchandising Operations2h 30m
5. Inventory1h 55m
6. Internal Controls and Reporting Cash1h 16m
7. Receivables and Investments3h 8m
8. Long Lived Assets5h 1m
9. Current Liabilities2h 19m
10. Time Value of Money1h 23m
- Time Value of Money Equations
  35m
- Using Time Value of Money Tables
  47m
11. Long Term Liabilities2h 45m
12. Stockholders' Equity2h 15m
13. Statement of Cash Flows2h 24m
14. Financial Statement Analysis5h 25m
15. GAAP vs IFRS56m

6. Internal Controls and Reporting Cash

Sarbanes-Oxley Act

Financial Accounting

6. Internal Controls and Reporting Cash

Sarbanes-Oxley Act

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Multiple Choice

Which of the following penalties may be imposed on violators under the Sarbanes-Oxley Act?

Mandatory community service only

Revocation of CPA license by the IRS

Temporary suspension from trading stocks

Criminal fines and imprisonment

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Understand the Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX): The Sarbanes-Oxley Act was enacted in 2002 to protect investors from fraudulent financial reporting by corporations. It imposes strict regulations on financial practices and corporate governance, including penalties for violations.

Identify the penalties under SOX: The Act specifies criminal penalties for violations, including fines and imprisonment. These penalties are designed to deter fraudulent activities and ensure compliance with financial reporting standards.

Clarify the incorrect options: Review the options provided in the question. 'Mandatory community service only,' 'Revocation of CPA license by the IRS,' and 'Temporary suspension from trading stocks' are not penalties imposed under SOX. These options are unrelated or incorrect in the context of SOX.

Focus on the correct answer: The correct penalties under SOX include criminal fines and imprisonment. These are explicitly stated in the Act and are applicable to individuals or entities found guilty of violating its provisions.

Summarize the reasoning: The Sarbanes-Oxley Act emphasizes accountability and transparency in financial reporting. Violators face severe consequences, including criminal fines and imprisonment, to uphold the integrity of financial systems.