If the Dividends Account Is Not Recorded as a Reduction

question 97

True/False

If the dividends account is not recorded as a reduction to Retained Earnings on the date of declaration, the dividends account is closed to Retained Earnings at the end of the accounting period.

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Definitions:

Accounting Treatment

The method applied in treating transactions and events in the accounting records and financial statements, in accordance with relevant accounting principles and standards.

Current Liability

Financial obligations or debts that are due within one year or within the normal operating cycle of the business.

Income Tax Payable

The amount of income tax that a company or individual owes to the government, but has not yet paid.