If a Firm Discovers a Self-Correcting Error in the Second

question 8

Multiple Choice

If a firm discovers a self-correcting error in the second year, and the books are still open, it ________.

• A) need not correct the error because it will reverse itself at the end of the year
• B) should correct beginning retained earnings and any remaining accounts needed to correct the error for both years
• C) must recall the previous year's financial statements, correct them, and reissue the financials
• D) should only correct the second year's error and leave beginning retained earnings unadjusted

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