Which one of the following duties should not be assigned the purchases department?
A)finding the lowest cost vendor
B)reviewing vendors' catalog descriptions and prices for standardized items
C)designing the purchase order form
D)authorizing the acquisition of goods

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The authorization of the acquisition of goods should be a separate function to ensure proper internal controls and prevent conflicts of interest or fraud.

Which One of the Following Duties Should Not Be Assigned