To Compute the Ending Balance of Retained Earnings

question 34

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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