All of the Following Statements About the Post-Closing Trial Balance

question 239

Multiple Choice

All of the following statements about the post-closing trial balance are correct except it

• A) shows that the accounting equation is in balance.
• B) provides evidence that the journalizing and posting of closing entries have been properly completed.
• C) contains only permanent accounts.
• D) proves that all transactions have been recorded.

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Definitions:

Holder in Due Course

A party who has acquired a negotiable instrument in good faith and for value, thus having certain protections against defenses and claims that could be raised by prior parties.

Shelter Principle

A legal concept that allows a person who receives goods in good faith without knowledge of a defect in the title to sell them with a clear title.

Holder

A party in possession of a negotiable instrument.

Bearer

An individual in possession of a negotiable instrument or security that is payable to whomever holds the document.