Explain the Purpose of Adjusting Entries at the End of a Period

question 110

Essay

Explain the purpose of adjusting entries at the end of a period and provide an example of an adjusting entry.

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Definitions:

Lessor

The owner of a property who leases it to another party, known as the lessee.

Sales-type Lease

A lease agreement where the lessor transfers ownership of the asset to the lessee by the end of the lease term, often used in the financing of equipment.

Direct Financing Lease

A type of lease where the lessor purchases the leased asset specifically for leasing to the lessee, effectively providing finance to the lessee for the asset's purchase.

Collectibility

The likelihood or ability of a business to collect on its accounts receivable, reflecting the financial health and creditworthiness of its customers.