If Total Liabilities Decreased by $15,000 and Owner's Equity Increased

question 68

Multiple Choice

If total liabilities decreased by $15,000 and owner's equity increased by $5,000 during a period of time, then total assets must change by what amount and direction during that same period?

• A) $20,000 increase
• B) $10,000 decrease
• C) $10,000 increase
• D) $15,000 decrease

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