The Balance Column in a Ledger Account Is

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Multiple Choice

The balance column in a ledger account is:

• A)An account entered on the balance sheet.
• B)A column for showing the balance of the account after each entry is posted.
• C)Another name for the dividends account.
• D)An account used to record the transfers of assets from a business to its stockholders.
• E)A simple form of account that is widely used in accounting to illustrate the debits and credits required in recording a transaction.

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Definitions:

Short-Term Stock Investments

Investments in stocks that are intended to be held for a short period, typically less than one year, for earning quick profits.

Cash Dividends

Payments made by a corporation to its shareholder members. It is the share of profits distributed.

Mikel Company Bonds

Debt securities issued by Mikel Company to investors, representing loans made by investors to the company.

Purchase

The act of buying goods, services, or assets in exchange for money or its equivalent.