A Tired Accountant Failed to Record the Adjusting Entry for Accrued

question 144

Multiple Choice

A tired accountant failed to record the adjusting entry for accrued revenues.How does this error affect the balance sheet?

• A)The assets for the period will be overstated.
• B)The assets for the period will be understated.
• C)The liabilities for the period will be overstated.
• D)The liabilities for the period will be understated.

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