Which of the Following Statements Is False

question 79

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is false?

• A) Either an overstatement of an asset account or an understatement of a liability account would have the same effect on the income statement.
• B) A misclassification in the balance sheet will have no effect on operating income.
• C) Either an overstatement of an asset account or an overstatement of a liability account would have the same effect on the income statement.
• D) Either an understatement of an asset account or an overstatement of a liability account would have the same effect on the income statement.

Know how to record the write-off of an uncollectible account under the allowance method.

Understand the procedure for reinstating a previously written-off account under the allowance method.

Analyze accounts receivable to estimate uncollectible amounts.

Apply the percentage of sales and analysis of receivables methods to estimate bad debts.

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Definitions:

Financial Instruments

Contracts that give rise to both a financial asset of one entity and a financial liability or equity instrument of another entity, such as stocks, bonds, or derivatives.

FASB

The Financial Accounting Standards Board, which is responsible for establishing and improving financial accounting and reporting standards in the United States.

IASB

The International Accounting Standards Board, an independent body that establishes and approves accounting standards.

Allowance For Doubtful Accounts

An accounting concept referring to a reserve for accounts receivable that may not be collectible.