Define the phrase "earnings management" and distinguish between earnings management and fraudulent accounting? Under what circumstances, if any, is it acceptable for corporate executives to employ earnings management tactics?
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Describe what is meant by the phrase “earnings management” and briefly describe how it is measured. Is the tendency to engage in earnings management affected by corporate governance? If so, how?
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