Accounting Recognizes That Assets, Such as Machinery and Buildings, Lose

question 213

Multiple Choice

Accounting recognizes that assets, such as machinery and buildings, lose value over time. Accountants will record a portion of the cost of an asset as an expense each year through the use of

• A) asset valuation.
• B) asset audits.
• C) appreciation.
• D) depreciation.

Appreciate the value of on-the-job training for updating and acquiring new knowledge.

Identify various elements of employee compensation beyond wages and salaries.

Understand the benefits of flexible benefit packages, including tax advantages.

Know the best practices for hiring family members according to Peter Drucker.

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Definitions:

Permanent Account

An account within the general ledger that is not closed at the end of the accounting period, including assets, liabilities, and shareholders' equity accounts.

Accounting Time Period

The span of time covered by financial statements, typically a fiscal quarter or year, during which all financial transactions are recorded and reported.

Quarter

A three-month period on the financial calendar that acts as a basis for periodic financial reporting and dividends.

Post-Closing Trial Balance

A summary of all accounts after closing entries are made, used to check the accuracy of closing entries and the balance of permanent accounts.