At October 1, 2010, Padilla Industries Had an Accounts Payable

question 137

Multiple Choice

At October 1, 2010, Padilla Industries had an accounts payable balance of $30,000. During the month, the company made purchases on account of $25,000 and made payments on account of $40,000. At October 31, 2010, the accounts payable balance is

• A) $30,000.
• B) $10,000.
• C) $15,000.
• D) $40,000. [

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