Which of the Following Accounting Terms Assumes That a Business's

question 197

Multiple Choice

Which of the following accounting terms assumes that a business's activities can be divided into small segments and that financial statements can be prepared for specific periods,such as a month,quarter,or year?

• A) adjusting entry concept
• B) economic entity concept
• C) matching principle
• D) time period concept

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Definitions:

Common Stock

A type of security that represents ownership in a corporation, with holders typically having voting rights and potentially receiving dividends.

Noncumulative

Describes preferences or rights that do not carry over or accumulate if they are not used within a certain period.

Nonparticipating

In the context of insurance or preferred stock, referring to policies or shares that do not entitle the holder to share in profits beyond a specified amount.

Stockholders

Individuals or entities that own shares in a corporation, thus holding an ownership stake.