Which of the Following Correctly Describes the Following Adjusting Journal

question 107

Multiple Choice

Which of the following correctly describes the following adjusting journal entry?

• A)Total assets decrease and net income decreases.
• B)Stockholders' equity decreases and liabilities increase.
• C)The transaction is an example of a deferral.
• D)Net income decreases and stockholders' equity does not change.

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Definitions:

Exchange of Assets

A transaction where companies swap ownership of assets without the use of cash, often to achieve operational efficiencies or strategic objectives.

Fair Value

is the price that would be received to sell an asset or paid to transfer a liability in an orderly transaction between market participants at the measurement date.

Replacement Value

The cost to replace an asset with another of similar function and efficiency.

AASB 138

The Australian Accounting Standards Board standard that specifies the accounting treatment for intangible assets not covered by other standards.