The Jupiter fuel-card log begins with 86 active cards, issues 31, and receives 12 returned cards. How many active cards should remain?
Correct Answer
B) 105 active cards
Active card count equals beginning active cards plus issued cards less returned cards.
Why This Is the Correct Answer
Active card count equals beginning active cards plus issued cards less returned cards.
Why the Other Options Are Wrong
Option A: 117 active cards
117 active cards is above the supported result for fuel-card administration; it likely adds an unsupported amount or compares the wrong financial base.
Option C: 74 active cards
74 active cards is below the supported result for fuel-card administration; it likely uses the wrong base, period, or account bucket.
Option D: 43 active cards
43 active cards is below the supported result for fuel-card administration; it likely uses the wrong base, period, or account bucket.
Memory Technique
Card and count live in different drawers; Office Administrator tells which opens.
Reference Hint
Open-book path: tab Contractor's Manual, 2025 to Business Administration, Fleet Card Controls; use the stated business record or control rule to verify the answer.
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