Mill co. uses a batch processing method to process its sales transactions. data on mill’s sales transaction file are electronically sorted by customer number and are subjected to programmed edit checks in preparing its invoices, sales journals, and updated customer account balances. one of the direct outputs of the creation of this file most likely would be: a printout of the updated inventory records. report showing overdue accounts receivable. printout of the sales price master file. report showing exceptions and control totals.

Leading guitar string producer wound up inc. has enjoyed a competitive advantage based on its proprietary coating that gives its strings a clearer sound and longer lifespan than uncoated strings. one of wound up's competitors, however, has recently developed a similar coating using less expensive ingredients, which allows it to charge a lower price than wound up for similar-quality strings. wound up's competitive advantage is in danger due to a. a lack of perceived value b. a lack of organization c. direct imitation and substitution d. resource immobility