Under the Accrual Basis, Some Accounts in the Ledger Require

question 154

Essay

Under the accrual basis, some accounts in the ledger require updating at the end of the period. Discuss the three main reasons for this updating and give an example of each.

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Definitions:

Gut Reactions

Immediate emotional responses to situations or information, often without deliberate thought or analysis.

Subconscious Associations

Links or connections made below the level of conscious awareness.

Reasonableness Standard

A legal criterion used to assess whether an individual's actions under specific circumstances were logical and fair.

Excessive Force

The use of force greater than what is necessary under the circumstances by law enforcement personnel, often a subject of legal and ethical debate.