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The Palm Beach Gardens management action-item log begins with 14 open items, closes 9, and adds 5. How many action items remain open?

Correct Answer

B) 10 action items

Open action items equal beginning open items less closed items plus new items.

Answer Options
A
14 action items
B
10 action items
C
19 action items
D
23 action items

Why This Is the Correct Answer

Open action items equal beginning open items less closed items plus new items.

Why the Other Options Are Wrong

Option A: 14 action items

14 action items is above the supported result for action-item log; it likely adds an unsupported amount or compares the wrong financial base.

Option C: 19 action items

19 action items is above the supported result for action-item log; it likely adds an unsupported amount or compares the wrong financial base.

Option D: 23 action items

23 action items is above the supported result for action-item log; it likely adds an unsupported amount or compares the wrong financial base.

Memory Technique

Action-Item Log drawer for Administrator Updates: label open before counting dollars.

Reference Hint

Open-book path: tab Contractor's Manual, 2025 to Business Administration, Management Meeting Action Items; use the stated business record or control rule to verify the answer.

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