A control that can ensure that receiving clerks are not influenced by quantity information while actually counting incoming goods is to:
A) send a "blind" copy of the purchase order to receiving
B) establish a "tickler" file for completed purchase orders
C) send copies of a receiving report to accounts payable
D) establishing "blanket orders" in purchasing

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Sending a "blind" copy of the purchase order to receiving clerks means that they are not given information regarding the quantity of goods that are expected. This ensures that the clerks count the actual goods received without being influenced by any information regarding the quantity or value. This control ensures that the company has an accurate count of the goods received and can prevent any potential fraud or errors. The other choices do not specifically address the issue of ensuring that receiving clerks are not influenced by quantity information while actually counting incoming goods.

A Control That Can Ensure That Receiving Clerks Are Not