The First Step in the Closing Process Is To

question 32

Multiple Choice

The first step in the closing process is to:

• A) close all balances on the income statement debit column of the worksheet except Income Summary.
• B) transfer the balance from the Income Summary Account to the Capital Account.
• C) close all balances on the income statement credit column of the worksheet except Income Summary.
• D) transfer the balance of the Owner's Withdrawals Account to Capital.

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