An Account That Is Not Closed at the End of the Period

question 137

Multiple Choice

An account that is not closed at the end of the period is called a(n) :

• A)expense account.
• B)temporary account.
• C)permanent account.
• D)revenue entry.

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Definitions:

Revenues

Income generated from normal business operations, often from the sale of goods and services to customers.

Expenses

Costs incurred by a business or individual in the process of earning revenue, ranging from utilities to salaries.

Drawing Account

An account used to record withdrawals made by an owner from the business for personal use.

Owner's Capital Account

An equity account that represents the owner's invested capital plus any retained earnings or minus any withdrawals.