The Receivable That Is Usually Evidenced by a Formal Instrument

question 40

Multiple Choice

The receivable that is usually evidenced by a formal instrument of credit is a(n)

• A) trade receivable.
• B) note receivable.
• C) accounts receivable.
• D) income tax receivable.

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Definitions:

Balance Sheet

An accounting record that presents the total value of a corporation's assets, its obligations, and the equity belonging to shareholders, reflecting the company’s financial state at a specific time.

Prepaid Expense

An expense that has been paid in advance and is considered an asset until it is actually used or consumed.

Rental Payments

Rental payments are periodic payments made by a lessee to a lessor for the use of a property, equipment, or vehicle.

Depreciation

The process of allocating the cost of a tangible asset over its useful life, reflecting the decrease in value over time.