To Compute the Ending Balance of Retained Earnings

question 13

Multiple Choice

To compute the ending balance of retained earnings:

• A) the beginning balance in retained earnings will be zero for a new business.
• B) net income for the period is subtracted from the beginning balance.
• C) dividends are added to the beginning balance.
• D) common stock sold during the period is added to the beginning balance.

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