Accounting Multiple Choice Question – 10 February 2026

Which ONE of the following is not a control activity relating to the purchase system?

Select ONE answer:

1. All orders are authorised by a senior staff member
2. Blank order forms are kept in a secure location with restricted access
3. Order forms are sequentially pre-numbered
4. All goods and services received are accurately recorded

Show your workings to arrive at your answer, and explain and justify your reasons:

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This multiple-choice question is suitable for Accounting KS5 classes.

The answer is 4

1. Not correct
2. Not correct
3. Not correct
4. Correct – Statement 4 is not a control activity, it is a control objective relating to the purchases system.

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