How Does the Purchase of Equipment on Account Affect the Accounting

question 138

Multiple Choice

How does the purchase of equipment on account affect the accounting equation?

• A) Assets increase; liabilities decrease.
• B) Assets increase; owner's equity increases.
• C) Assets increase; liabilities increase.
• D) Liabilities increase; owner's equity decreases.

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