An Adjusting Entry That Credits Salaries Payable Is an Example

question 64

Multiple Choice

An adjusting entry that credits Salaries Payable is an example of a(n) ________.

• A) accrued expense
• B) deferred revenue
• C) accrued revenue
• D) deferred expense

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Definitions:

Depreciation

The systematic allocation of the cost of a tangible asset over its useful life, reflecting wear and tear, deterioration, or obsolescence.

Adjusting Entries

Journal entries made in accounting records at the end of an accounting period to update account balances before preparing financial statements.

Net Income

The residual financial benefit a company experiences after expenses and taxes are subtracted from its income.

Fiscal Year

A 12-month period used for accounting and financial reporting purposes, which may or may not align with the calendar year.