The Closing Entry for Dividends Includes a Debit to the Dividends

question 12

True/False

The closing entry for dividends includes a debit to the Dividends account and a credit to Retained Earnings.The closing entry for dividends includes a debit to Retained Earnings and a credit to the Dividends account.

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Definitions:

Depreciation Tax Shield

A reduction in taxable income for firms, achieved through claiming depreciation expenses, thereby lowering the tax liability.

Corporate Tax Rate

The percentage of a corporation's taxable income that is paid as tax to the government, varying by country and sometimes within regions of a country.

CCA Class

Refers to the classification of assets for tax purposes in Canada, determining the rate at which an asset depreciates.

Net Advantage

The benefit that results from a certain business decision, considering all related costs and revenues.