A $6,440 Debit to Interest Expense Was Incorrectly Posted as a $644

question 187

Multiple Choice

A $6,440 debit to interest expense was incorrectly posted as a $644 debit. What is the effect of this error on the trial balance and the interest expense accounts?

• A) The debit column of the trial balance would be $5,796 overstated and interest expense would be understated by $5,796.
• B) The debit column of the trial balance would be $5,796 overstated and interest expense would be overstated by $5,796.
• C) The debit column of the trial balance would be $5,796 understated and interest expense would be understated by $5,796.
• D) The debit column of the trial balance would be $5,796 understated and interest expense would be overstated by $5,796.
• E) The debit column of the trial balance would be $6,440 understated and interest expense would be understated by $6,440.

Differentiate between subjective and objective satisfaction standards in contracts and how they affect contractual obligations.

Recognize the various methods for the discharge of contracts through mutual agreement.

Understand the principles behind anticipatory repudiation and its consequences in contracts.

Understand the concepts of different types of damages (compensatory, punitive, nominal, liquidated, and consequential) and their application in breach of contract cases.

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