The Total Liabilities of Hickory Construction Co

question 139

Multiple Choice

The total liabilities of Hickory Construction Co.decreased by $90,000 during the month of August 2022.Stockholders' equity increased by $30,000 during this period.By what amount and in what direction must total assets have changed during August?

• A)$120,000 increase
• B)$60,000 decrease
• C)$60,000 increase
• D)$90,000 decrease

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Definitions:

Rescission

The legal remedy of canceling, terminating, or annulling a contract and restoring the parties to their original positions as if the contract had never been made.

Compensatory Damages

Financial compensation awarded to a plaintiff to cover losses or injuries that have been directly caused by the actions of the defendant.

Negligent Misrepresentation

A false statement made carelessly that causes someone to suffer damages because they relied on it being true.

Fraudulent Misrepresentation

Intentional deception made by one party to induce another to enter into a contract, resulting in harm or loss.