If the Cost Method Is Used to Account for an Investment

question 88

Multiple Choice

If the cost method is used to account for an investment in common stock, dividends received should be

• A) credited to the Stock Investments account.
• B) credited to the Dividend Revenue account.
• C) debited to the Stock Investments account.
• D) recorded only when 20% or more of the stock is owned.

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Definitions:

Total Asset Turnover

A financial ratio that measures a company's ability to generate sales from its assets by comparing sales revenue to total assets.

Stockholders' Equity

Represents the amount of financing provided by owners of the business and retained earnings.

Acid-Test Ratio

A stringent test that indicates whether a company has enough short-term assets to cover its immediate liabilities without selling inventory.

Current Liabilities

Current liabilities are a company's debts or obligations that are due within one year.