The Income Statement and Balance Sheet Columns of Iron and Wine

question 94

Multiple Choice

The income statement and balance sheet columns of Iron and Wine Company's worksheet reflect the following totals: To enter the net income (or loss) for the period into the above worksheet requires an entry to the

• A) income statement debit column and the balance sheet credit column.
• B) income statement credit column and the balance sheet debit column.
• C) income statement debit column and the income statement credit column.
• D) balance sheet debit column and the balance sheet credit column.

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Definitions:

Public Utilities

Companies that provide essential services such as water, electricity, and telecommunications to the public, usually subject to government regulation.

Economies of Scale

Cost advantages reaped by companies when production becomes efficient, as the scale of operations and output increases.

Making a Profit

The financial gain obtained when the revenue generated from a business activity exceeds the expenses, taxes, and costs associated with maintaining the operation.

Breaking Even

The point at which total costs and total revenue are equal, meaning no net loss or gain has been made.