Which of the Following Correctly Describes the Closing Entry Process

question 80

Multiple Choice

Which of the following correctly describes the closing entry process?

• A)The closing process reduces the balances in the permanent accounts to zero at the end of each period.
• B)The closing entries are usually prepared prior to adjusting entries.
• C)The closing process creates a zero balance in all temporary accounts at the end of each period.
• D)The closing process creates a zero balance at the end of each period for all accounts on the year-end trial balance.

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