The Installment Sale Method of Accounting Does Not Apply to Which

question 118

Multiple Choice

The installment sale method of accounting does not apply to which of the following sales?

• A) Sale of 12-acre tract of land held as inventory by a real estate developer
• B) Sale of business equipment
• C) Sale of U.S. Treasury notes
• D) The method does not apply to the sale of 12-acre tract of land held as inventory by a real estate developer or to the sale of U.S. Treasury.

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Definitions:

Selling

Selling involves the exchange of goods or services for money or value, constituting a fundamental activity in business to generate revenue.

Administrative Expenses

Costs related to the general operation and management of a business including office supplies, salaries of non-sales personnel, and rental fees.

Installment Sales

A method of recognizing revenue from sales that are paid for over time through multiple payments.

Initial Franchise Fee

A one-time charge that a new franchisee pays to the franchiser for the rights to operate a franchise, covering initial training, support, and access to the business model.