The Expense Recognition Principle ("Matching")dictates

question 213

Multiple Choice

The expense recognition principle ("matching") dictates:

• A)where on the income statement expenses should be presented.
• B)when revenues are recognized on the income statement.
• C)the ordering of current assets and current liabilities on the balance sheet.
• D)when costs are recognized as expenses on the income statement.

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