The Unadjusted Trial Balance Columns of the Work Sheet Show

question 101

Multiple Choice

The unadjusted trial balance columns of the work sheet show the balance in the Prepaid Insurance account at $2,250. The adjustments columns show that $625 of this insurance was used during the period. Assuming there is no other charges to insurance expense during the year, what amount would be shown as Insurance Expense in the income statement columns?

• A) $1,625 debit.
• B) $625 credit.
• C) $625 debit.
• D) $2,250 debit.

---

Definitions:

Discount Rate

The interest rate used in discounted cash flow (DCF) analysis to determine the present value of future cash flows.

Fair Value Enterprise Method

An accounting approach for valuing a subsidiary company at its current market value rather than its book value or cost in the financial statements of a parent company.

Identifiable Net Assets

Assets that can be separately identified and measured apart from the business entity, often relevant in the valuation of companies for acquisition or reporting purposes.

Non-Controlling Interest

The portion of equity in a subsidiary not owned directly or indirectly by the parent company.