Adjusting Entries Are

question 36

Multiple Choice

Adjusting entries are

• A) the same as correcting entries
• B) needed to bring accounts up to date and match revenue and expense
• C) optional under generally accepted accounting principles
• D) rarely needed in large companies

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Definitions:

Taxable Income

The portion of an individual's or company's income that is subject to taxes according to government regulations.

Income Measurement

The process of determining the monetary amount of the income earned by a business during a specific period.

Constructive Receipt

A tax principle stating that income is considered received by the taxpayer once it is credited to their account or made available without restriction.

Taxable Income

The portion of income used to calculate how much the entity owes in taxes to the government, after all deductions and exemptions are applied.