To Compute the Ending Balance of Retained Earnings

question 154

Multiple Choice

To compute the ending balance of Retained Earnings:

• A)the beginning balance in Retained Earnings will be negative for a new business.
• B)net loss for the period is subtracted from the beginning balance of Retained Earnings.
• C)Dividends are added to the beginning balance of Retained Earnings.
• D)common stock sold during the period is added to the beginning balance of Retained Earnings.

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