Which of the Following Is True Concerning the Trial Balance

question 6

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true concerning the trial balance?

• A) If the trial balance equals then there are no errors in the recording of journal entries.
• B) A trial balance should be prepared before posting.
• C) The trial balance only lists the names of the accounts, not the balances.
• D) The trial balance proves only that the total ledger debit balances equal the total ledger credit balances.

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Definitions:

Aromatic

Refers to compounds that contain a ring of continuously overlapping p-orbitals, displaying enhanced stability as seen in benzene.

Nonaromatic

Refers to organic compounds that do not fulfill the criteria for aromaticity, lacking a conjugated system of pi electrons.

Phenanthrene

A polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon made up of three fused benzene rings, found in coal tar and crude oil.

Carbon Tetrachloride

A colorless liquid with the formula CCl4, historically used as a cleaning agent, fire extinguisher, and refrigerant, now recognized as a carcinogen.