Which of the Following Is NOT an Accounting Method That

question 29

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT an accounting method that could be chosen by a company to increase reported profits?

• A) Understating allowance for doubtful debts
• B) Classifying longer-term receivables as current assets
• C) Changing estimates of the useful life of plant and equipment
• D) Changing from the weighted average to the FIFO method of inventory valuation in a period of rising prices

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Definitions:

Operating Activity

Activities that constitute the primary or core business functions, including sales and service provision, and their related expenses, generating most of the company's cash flows.

Cash Flows

Cash flows refer to the movement of money into and out of a business, indicative of its liquidity, operational efficiency, and financial health.

Cash Receipts

Cash receipts refer to the collection of money, including checks, cash, and credit card charges, received by a business for goods or services it has sold.

Cash Payments

Money that is paid out by a business, often for expenses, debt, or purchases.