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Multiple Choice

Marcus heard on the radio that there is a 50% chance of rain today. Janis heard that there was 50% of clear skies. Who is more likely to believe that it will not rain today and why?

• A)Marcus because of confirmation bias
• B)Janis because of a belief bias effect
• C)Janis because of a framing effect
• D)Janis because of availability
• E)Both equally because of inductive reasoning

Grasp the concept of horizontal analysis and its application in comparing financial statements.

Understand the effects of transaction corrections on account balances.

Distinguish between the normal balance sides of different accounts and correctly classify them as debit or credit side balances.

Understand basic journal entries for common stock issuance and direct investments in a business.

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