What Does the Term "Deficit" Mean in the Context of General

question 30

Multiple Choice

What does the term "deficit" mean in the context of general purpose financial statements?

• A)A deficit is when the net income is negative.
• B)A deficit is when the retained earnings balance is negative.
• C)A deficit is when the current liabilities exceed the current assets.
• D)A deficit is when a company borrows money.

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