Embezzlers Who Manipulate Accounting Records to Conceal Their Fraud (Or

question 62

Multiple Choice

Embezzlers who manipulate accounting records to conceal their fraud (or theft of assets) most often ______________.

• A) "Balance" the accounting equation by reducing equity.
• B) "Balance" the accounting equation by reducing revenues.
• C) "Balance" the accounting equation by reducing liabilities.
• D) "Balance" the accounting equation by increasing expenses.

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