What Effect Will the Following Entry Have on Retained Earnings

question 24

Multiple Choice

What effect will the following entry have on Retained Earnings?

• A)Retained Earnings will remain unchanged.
• B)Retained Earnings will decrease by $2,550.
• C)Retained Earnings will increase by $2,550.
• D)Retained Earnings will be transferred to the income statement.

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