Pepper Company reported revenues of $$12,000,$ supplies expense of $$3,000,$ and net income of $$2,000$ for the most recent period. If the company's only other expense was Rent Expense, what was its balance at the end of the period?

Question $17$ options:

$$9,000$

$$15,000$

$$7,000$

$$14,000$Which of the following is not a goal of the internal controls implemented by owners and managers?

Question $13$ options:

to reduce expenses through the use of efficient processes

to promote compliance with management policies and applicable laws

to ensure reliability of accounting data

to safeguard assets