Complexity in accounting systems:
A) can usually be justified on a cost- benefit basis
B) is desirable if it reflects the complexity of the underlying business
C) is necessary to manage the behavioral implications of the accounting system
D) frequently generates costs of gathering and interpreting data that often exceed prospective benefits

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Complexity in accounting systems often leads to increased costs for gathering and interpreting data, which can outweigh the potential benefits, making it unjustifiable on a cost-benefit basis.

Complexity in Accounting Systems