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Which of the following options describes the process of organizing and classifying financial records into a structured format for analysis?
Which of the following options describes the process of organizing and classifying financial records into a structured format for analysis?
What are the primary functions of a bookkeeper?
What are the primary functions of a bookkeeper?
Which of the following sets of accounts are NOT grouped based on their common classifications in accounting?
Which of the following sets of accounts are NOT grouped based on their common classifications in accounting?
Which of the following statements BEST describes the fundamental principle of double-entry bookkeeping?
Which of the following statements BEST describes the fundamental principle of double-entry bookkeeping?
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Which of the following represents the correct order of the stages in the accounting cycle?
Which of the following represents the correct order of the stages in the accounting cycle?
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Which of the following situations is NOT considered an accounting transaction?
Which of the following situations is NOT considered an accounting transaction?
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Which of the following accounts are categorized as nominal accounts?
Which of the following accounts are categorized as nominal accounts?
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Which of the following accounts would NOT be classified as a real account?
Which of the following accounts would NOT be classified as a real account?
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When a customer returns goods, where should the credit note be initially recorded?
When a customer returns goods, where should the credit note be initially recorded?
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A debit balance of $100 in the cash account signifies what?
A debit balance of $100 in the cash account signifies what?
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Which of the following statements regarding ledger accounts is TRUE?
Which of the following statements regarding ledger accounts is TRUE?
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How does purchasing equipment on credit affect a company's balance sheet?
How does purchasing equipment on credit affect a company's balance sheet?
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A standing order for insurance of $25 appears in the debit column of the bank statement but not in the cash book. How is this adjusted in the cash book?
A standing order for insurance of $25 appears in the debit column of the bank statement but not in the cash book. How is this adjusted in the cash book?
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Micheal Chin decides to bring the equipment into the business but does not include the value of the motorcycle when calculating the total fixed assets value. Which accounting concept is this most consistent with?
Micheal Chin decides to bring the equipment into the business but does not include the value of the motorcycle when calculating the total fixed assets value. Which accounting concept is this most consistent with?
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M. Garvey and Sons creates a provision for doubtful debts, this implies their decision to use the concept of
M. Garvey and Sons creates a provision for doubtful debts, this implies their decision to use the concept of
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Why would it be inaccurate to say that D & K's decision to include the $4000 in the Trading and Profit & Loss Account breached the separate entity concept?
Why would it be inaccurate to say that D & K's decision to include the $4000 in the Trading and Profit & Loss Account breached the separate entity concept?
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When insurance expenses are not paid for by the end of the accounting period, they are still added to the Profit and Loss Account of the Balance Sheet as a liability. What accounting concept is employed here?
When insurance expenses are not paid for by the end of the accounting period, they are still added to the Profit and Loss Account of the Balance Sheet as a liability. What accounting concept is employed here?
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If Ram Samaru received a 10% cash discount on goods valued at $500 which he paid for within the grace period. How much did he pay for the goods after receiving the discount?
If Ram Samaru received a 10% cash discount on goods valued at $500 which he paid for within the grace period. How much did he pay for the goods after receiving the discount?
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Which of the following expressions accurately represents the Balance Sheet Equation?
Which of the following expressions accurately represents the Balance Sheet Equation?
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Why are a company's premises considered a fixed asset
Why are a company's premises considered a fixed asset
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If a company's total assets are $5200 and its total liabilities are $720, what is its owner's equity?
If a company's total assets are $5200 and its total liabilities are $720, what is its owner's equity?
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Which of the following categories exclusively contains current assets?
Which of the following categories exclusively contains current assets?
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Which of the following best describes the accounting concept applied when a business records revenue for a sale made on credit, even though cash has not yet been received?
Which of the following best describes the accounting concept applied when a business records revenue for a sale made on credit, even though cash has not yet been received?
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What is the primary reason for preparing a trial balance?
What is the primary reason for preparing a trial balance?
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Which of the following statements best describes the concept of going concern?
Which of the following statements best describes the concept of going concern?
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The 'matching' concept is best demonstrated by
The 'matching' concept is best demonstrated by
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Which accounting concept ensures that the business is treated as a separate entity from its owner?
Which accounting concept ensures that the business is treated as a separate entity from its owner?
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If an accountant is exercising prudence in recording business transactions, what principle is she likely applying?
If an accountant is exercising prudence in recording business transactions, what principle is she likely applying?
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What is the total value of current assets in the given list?: vehicles, equipment, machinery, computer; accounts receivables, inventory, accounts payable, cash at bank; bank overdraft, machinery, debtors, stocks; Inventory, cash at bank, accounts receivables, cash in hand
What is the total value of current assets in the given list?: vehicles, equipment, machinery, computer; accounts receivables, inventory, accounts payable, cash at bank; bank overdraft, machinery, debtors, stocks; Inventory, cash at bank, accounts receivables, cash in hand
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If the working capital of a business is $15,500 and the current assets are $16,500, what is the total value of current liabilities?
If the working capital of a business is $15,500 and the current assets are $16,500, what is the total value of current liabilities?
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Mr. Smith starts a business with $10,000 in his bank account. He uses his vehicle ($6,000) and building ($15,000) for the business. Customers owe him $4,000. He withdraws $1,500 for personal use and owes creditors $2,000. What is the closing capital of the business?
Mr. Smith starts a business with $10,000 in his bank account. He uses his vehicle ($6,000) and building ($15,000) for the business. Customers owe him $4,000. He withdraws $1,500 for personal use and owes creditors $2,000. What is the closing capital of the business?
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Which statement correctly describes the relationship between drawings and capital?
Which statement correctly describes the relationship between drawings and capital?
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What is the main purpose of a balance sheet?
What is the main purpose of a balance sheet?
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Which accounting document reveals the net earnings of a business?
Which accounting document reveals the net earnings of a business?
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What does gross profit represent?
What does gross profit represent?
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How is the cost of goods sold calculated?
How is the cost of goods sold calculated?
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A company purchased stationery for $220 and used $120 worth of it. How much stationery should appear in the balance sheet?
A company purchased stationery for $220 and used $120 worth of it. How much stationery should appear in the balance sheet?
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To which account is the 'Discounts Received' Account transferred?
To which account is the 'Discounts Received' Account transferred?
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What is the best use of a cash book?
What is the best use of a cash book?
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A retailer purchases goods worth $3,000. He receives a 30% trade discount and a 5% cash discount. How much does he pay?
A retailer purchases goods worth $3,000. He receives a 30% trade discount and a 5% cash discount. How much does he pay?
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What is the term used for transferring money from cash to a bank account?
What is the term used for transferring money from cash to a bank account?
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When the cash book balance differs from the bank statement balance, what document is prepared to reconcile them?
When the cash book balance differs from the bank statement balance, what document is prepared to reconcile them?
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When preparing a bank reconciliation statement, how should cheques issued but not yet presented by the recipient be treated?
When preparing a bank reconciliation statement, how should cheques issued but not yet presented by the recipient be treated?
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Which of the following scenarios would cause the cash book balance to disagree with the bank statement?
Which of the following scenarios would cause the cash book balance to disagree with the bank statement?
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What is the balance per bank statement based on the given information:
What is the balance per bank statement based on the given information:
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What is the main purpose of a petty cash book?
What is the main purpose of a petty cash book?
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Which of the following expenses should be recorded in the petty cash book?
Which of the following expenses should be recorded in the petty cash book?
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If a business has a desired petty cash float of $200 and $146 is spent during the period, how much will be reimbursed at the end of the period?
If a business has a desired petty cash float of $200 and $146 is spent during the period, how much will be reimbursed at the end of the period?
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What does it mean to “post” an item in accounting?
What does it mean to “post” an item in accounting?
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Which of the following is a book of original entry AND part of the general ledger?
Which of the following is a book of original entry AND part of the general ledger?
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What journal entry is required in the books of R. Scott who started a business by depositing $10,000 into the business' bank account?
What journal entry is required in the books of R. Scott who started a business by depositing $10,000 into the business' bank account?
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Flashcards
Accounting
Accounting
The process of putting records in their analysis form.
Functions of a book-keeper
Functions of a book-keeper
Includes analyzing, interpreting, posting, and recording financial data.
Double-entry book-keeping
Double-entry book-keeping
For every debit, there is a corresponding credit in different accounts.
Stages of the accounting cycle
Stages of the accounting cycle
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Accounting Transaction
Accounting Transaction
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Nominal Accounts
Nominal Accounts
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Real Accounts
Real Accounts
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Personal Accounts
Personal Accounts
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Credit Notes for Returns
Credit Notes for Returns
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Debit Balance in Cash Account
Debit Balance in Cash Account
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Ledger Entry Rules
Ledger Entry Rules
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Effect of Equipment Purchase on Balance Sheet
Effect of Equipment Purchase on Balance Sheet
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Bad Debts Impact
Bad Debts Impact
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Total Current Liabilities
Total Current Liabilities
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Closing Capital
Closing Capital
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Gross Profit
Gross Profit
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Cost of Goods Sold (COGS)
Cost of Goods Sold (COGS)
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Balance Sheet
Balance Sheet
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Cash Book
Cash Book
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Bank Reconciliation Statement
Bank Reconciliation Statement
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Petty Cash Book
Petty Cash Book
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Drawings
Drawings
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Discounts Received Account
Discounts Received Account
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Reimbursed Cash Float
Reimbursed Cash Float
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Debtors
Debtors
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Bank Statement Balance
Bank Statement Balance
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Journal Entry
Journal Entry
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Working Capital
Working Capital
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Money Measurement Concept
Money Measurement Concept
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Business Entity Concept
Business Entity Concept
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Prudence Concept
Prudence Concept
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Matching Principle
Matching Principle
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Provision for Doubtful Debts
Provision for Doubtful Debts
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Accrual Concept
Accrual Concept
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Owner’s Equity
Owner’s Equity
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Accounting Cycle
Accounting Cycle
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Balance Sheet Equation
Balance Sheet Equation
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Current Assets
Current Assets
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Fixed Assets
Fixed Assets
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Study Notes
Accounting Concepts and Principles
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Accounting: The process of recording, classifying, and summarizing financial transactions to prepare financial statements.
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Double-Entry Bookkeeping: A system where each transaction affects at least two accounts, with debits equaling credits.
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Accounting Cycle: Ordered steps in accounting: journalizing, posting, trial balance, final accounts.
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Accounting Transactions: Economic events that affect a business's financial position, like paying taxes and accumulating interest. Physical wear and tear on equipment is not an accounting transaction.
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Nominal Accounts: Temporary accounts used to track revenue and expenses for a specific period. Examples include commission payable, insurance receivable, and capital.
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Real Accounts: Permanent accounts tracking assets, liabilities, and owner's equity. Examples include land, buildings, and equipment.
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Personal Accounts: Accounts related to individuals or organizations, like customers, creditors, and owners. Examples include accounts receivable, accounts payable, and drawings (not wages).
Asset Classification
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Fixed Assets: Long-term assets used in the operation of a business, like land, buildings, and equipment.
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Current Assets: Short-term assets expected to be converted to cash within a year, like cash, accounts receivable, and inventory.
Balance Sheet Equation
- Assets = Liabilities + Owner's Equity
Accounting Cycle Stages and Order
- Journalizing: Recording transactions in a journal.
- Posting: Transferring journal entries to individual accounts in a general ledger.
- Trial Balance: A summary of all ledger accounts to ensure debits equal credits.
- Final Accounts: Production of financial statements including the profit & loss account and balance sheet.
Specific Accounting Principles
- Business Entity: Separating business transactions from personal transactions.
- Matching Principle: Matching expenses with revenues relating to the same period as revenues in the profit and loss account.
- Going Concern: Presumption that a business will continue operating indefinitely.
- Prudence: Recognizing potential losses but not unrealized gains.
- Consistency: Applying accounting methods consistently over time.
- Accrual Accounting: Recording transactions when they occur, regardless of when cash changes hands.
- Money Measurement: Recording transactions in monetary terms.
Petty Cash Book and Bank Reconciliation
- Petty Cash Book: Used to record small cash transactions.
- Bank Reconciliation Statement: A report used to reconcile the balance per books of the cash/bank account with the balance per the bank statement.
- Cash Book: Records cash receipts and payments.
Other Accounting Concepts
- Working Capital: Current assets minus current liabilities.
- Discounts: Reductions in price for prompt payment.
- Provision for Doubtful Debts: An allowance for anticipated bad debts.
- Capital: The owner's investment in the business.
- Drawings: Withdrawals of money from the business by the owner(s).
- Liabilities: Obligations owed to creditors.
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Test your knowledge on fundamental accounting concepts and principles, including the accounting cycle, types of accounts, and the double-entry bookkeeping system. This quiz covers essential topics to help you understand how financial transactions are recorded and reported. Perfect for accounting students or anyone interested in financial literacy.