An Account Balance Is the Difference Between the Debits and Credits

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An account balance is the difference between the debits and credits for an account including any beginning balance.

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Definitions:

Treasury Stock

Shares that were once part of the outstanding shares of a company but were later reacquired by the company itself.

Deferred Tax Asset

A tax reduction or benefit that arises due to temporary differences between the book value and tax value of assets and liabilities, which can be used to offset future tax liabilities.

Income Taxes Payable

The amount of income tax a company owes to the government but has not yet paid, usually accumulated over a financial period.

Income Tax Expense

The amount of money a company owes in taxes based on its taxable income.