Which store account typically handles appropriated funds?

The appropriate answer is the Account for Appropriated Funds (APA) because this type of store account is specifically designed to manage funds that have been made available through appropriations by Congress. Appropriated funds are allocated for specific purposes and must be used in accordance with established federal guidelines. The APA allows for the structured and compliant handling of these funds to ensure they are used effectively and in alignment with the goals they were meant to support.

In contrast, other types of accounts, such as non-stores, charge accounts, and the Navy Stock Account (NSA), either do not focus on appropriated funds or manage funds in a different capacity. Non-store accounts may deal with costs that are not part of the traditional retail merchandising flow, and charge accounts typically allow for credit systems, not specifically tied to appropriated funding. Thus, understanding the specific roles and functions of each account helps clarify why the APA is the correct choice for managing appropriated funds.