A Check Drawn by a Company for $340 in Payment

question 158

Multiple Choice

A check drawn by a company for $340 in payment of a liability was recorded in the journal as $430. What entry is required in the company's accounts?

• A) debit Accounts Payable; credit Cash
• B) debit Cash; credit Accounts Receivable
• C) debit Cash; credit Accounts Payable
• D) debit Accounts Receivable; credit Cash

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Definitions:

Precautionary Motive

A theory explaining the demand for liquidity by individuals and firms as a safeguard against future cash needs and uncertainties.

Safety Margin

The difference between the actual value of a company's sales and the break-even sales, serving as a buffer for unexpected declines in revenue.

Financial Reserve

A portion of funds set aside by a business or organization to cover future obligations or unexpected expenses.

Zero-balance Accounts

Bank accounts that are maintained at a zero balance by automatically transferring funds from a master account in amounts only large enough to cover presented checks or debits.