When Is a Trial Balance Usually Prepared

question 176

Multiple Choice

When is a trial balance usually prepared?

• A) after each entry is journalized
• B) before the financial statements are prepared
• C) after the financial statements are prepared
• D) at the beginning of an accounting period

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Definitions:

Acceptance

In contract law, the unqualified consent to the terms of an offer, thereby creating a binding contract.

Rejection

Termination of a contract that occurs when an offeree does not accept the offer or terms of the contract.

Incapacitated

In a state where an individual is unable to take legal actions or make their own decisions due to physical or mental limitations.

Offeror

An offeror is the party in a contract who makes an offer to enter into an agreement with another party, known as the offeree.