The Entries in the Accounts Receivable Credit Column of the Cash

question 149

Short Answer

The entries in the Accounts Receivable Credit column of the cash receipts journal must be posted _______________ to the accounts in the accounts receivable subsidiary ledger and in _______________ to the control account in the general ledger.

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Definitions:

Expense Recognition Principle

The accounting principle that dictates expenses should be recognized in the period in which they are incurred, contributing to the accurate reporting of financial results.

Wages Expense

The total cost incurred by an enterprise for the wages paid to employees, reported on the income statement.

Operating Cycle

The time period between the acquisition of goods for sale and the receipt of cash from customers, measuring the efficiency of a company's operational processes.

Inventory Purchases

Transactions involved in buying goods and materials to be sold or used in the production process by a business.