The Purpose of Closing Entries Is to Transfer

question 77

Multiple Choice

The purpose of closing entries is to transfer:

• A)Accounts Receivable to Retained Earnings when an account is fully paid.
• B)Balances in temporary accounts to a permanent account.
• C)Inventory to Cost of Goods Sold when merchandise is sold.

Recognize the criteria for measuring objectives in quantitative terms in decision-making.

Distinguish between objectives, constraints, and opportunity costs in conflict resolution during decision-making.

Identify the characteristics of relevant information, including the impact on future costs or revenues and the importance of timeliness.

Recognize the distinction between qualitative and quantitative aspects in decision problems involving accounting data.

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