The Main Difference Between Accounting for Rebate and Cash Discount

question 14

Multiple Choice

The main difference between accounting for rebate and cash discount coupons is:

• A)The latter is not treated as an expense.
• B)Only the former creates a contingent liability when issued.
• C)The expense for the latter is usually deferred until redemption of the coupon.
• D)There are no significant differences in accounting between the two.

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Simplex Method

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