Question

the use of software and statistics to draw inferences from data.
the field of accounting that provides internal reports to help users make decisions about their companies.
sarbanes - oxley act (sox)
law passed by congress intended to reduce unethical corporate behavior.
managerial accounting
data analytics

Explanation:

Match each term to its corresponding definition by identifying the core meaning of each phrase:

1. "data analytics" refers to using software/statistics to analyze data and draw inferences.
2. "managerial accounting" is the accounting field focused on internal decision-making reports.
3. "sarbanes-oxley act (SOX)" is the congressional law targeting unethical corporate behavior.

Answer:

• data analytics ↔ The use of software and statistics to draw inferences from data.
• managerial accounting ↔ The field of accounting that provides internal reports to help users make decisions about their companies.
• sarbanes-oxley act (SOX) ↔ Law passed by Congress intended to reduce unethical corporate behavior.