Indicate Whether a Debit or Credit Entry Would Be Required

question 23

Essay

Indicate whether a debit or credit entry would be required to record the following changes in each account.
a.To decrease Cash
b.To increase Common Stock
c.To decrease Accounts Payable.
d.To increase Salaries Expense.
e.To decrease Supplies.
f.To increase Revenue.
g.To decrease Accounts Receivable.
h.To increase Dividends.

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Definitions:

Merchandise Inventory Account

An account in the general ledger that tracks the cost of goods intended for sale during an accounting period.

Worksheet

A document or tool used by accountants for preparing financial statements and supporting calculations.

Sales

Sales refer to the total revenue earned by a business from selling goods or services.

Worksheet

A spreadsheet used for preparing financial statements and reconciling accounts.