11.   Although they believe that the government should balance its books, they are averse to parting with government benefits.

12.   Although it had been warned the products could be infected, the government was also said to have used up its blood supply to balance its books.

13.   Among those surprised to learn ACOG has not closed its books and continues to write checks are some of its own board of directors.

14.   An interim director brought in to sort out Faith House finances found an organization so poorly managed that some of its books may never be reconciled.

15.   Analysts said the charge reflects the difference between the price News Corp. valued it at on its books and the sale price.

16.   And it is carrying a disproportionate number of retirees on its books.

17.   And the manner by which the U.S. government keeps its books would defy rational analysis by the best accountants using the generally accepted principles of their craft.

18.   And the recognition agreement, Ms. Racht said, could be useful if the co-op has not reflected the payment of the loan on its books.

19.   And that, they say, means the government is even less likely to construct a plan to balance its books.

20.   As a result, WellPoint agreed to allow Blue Shield to inspect its books and perform other due-diligence chores that normally precede a proposed merger or acquisition.