The Journal Entry to Record Taking a Discount When Paying

question 189

Multiple Choice

The journal entry to record taking a discount when paying for goods previously purchased on account:

• A)decreases assets and liabilities.
• B)increases assets and stockholders' equity.
• C)decreases liabilities and increases in stockholders' equity.
• D)decreases assets and stockholders' equity.

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