The Punta Gorda accounts payable file shows a inactive supplier record. What administrative action should occur before payment?
Correct Answer
B) reactivation approval
Vendor master issues should be resolved before disbursement to protect the payment trail.
Why This Is the Correct Answer
Vendor master issues should be resolved before disbursement to protect the payment trail.
Why the Other Options Are Wrong
Option A: daily report entry
daily report entry puts the item in the wrong financial bucket, timing, base, or comparison for vendor master control.
Option C: equipment service note
equipment service note puts the item in the wrong financial bucket, timing, base, or comparison for vendor master control.
Option D: bid alternates review
bid alternates review puts the item in the wrong financial bucket, timing, base, or comparison for vendor master control.
Memory Technique
An unlabeled Clerk Reviews dollar tells the wrong story.
Reference Hint
Open-book path: tab Contractor's Manual, 2025 to Business Administration, Vendor Master Controls; confirm the administrative procedure and required supporting record.
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