Newton Corporation Settles a Liability by Making a Payment in Cash

question 92

Multiple Choice

Newton Corporation settles a liability by making a payment in cash. How does paying this liability affect the accounting equation of the business?

• A) Assets and liabilities decrease.
• B) Liabilities decrease and equity increases.
• C) Assets and liabilities increase.
• D) Assets increase and equity decreases.

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