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What aspect determines when a business transaction is recognized?
What aspect determines when a business transaction is recognized?
Which issue relates to how the components of a transaction should be categorized?
Which issue relates to how the components of a transaction should be categorized?
What is the primary purpose of summarizing financial data?
What is the primary purpose of summarizing financial data?
What does the classification phase of a transaction aim to reduce?
What does the classification phase of a transaction aim to reduce?
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Which of the following best describes the role of recorded data in decision-making?
Which of the following best describes the role of recorded data in decision-making?
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What is the first step in the accounting cycle?
What is the first step in the accounting cycle?
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Which of the following is considered an accountable event?
Which of the following is considered an accountable event?
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Which document is NOT included as a common source document for journal entries?
Which document is NOT included as a common source document for journal entries?
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What is the purpose of posting in the accounting cycle?
What is the purpose of posting in the accounting cycle?
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What type of events are not recorded in the books of accounts?
What type of events are not recorded in the books of accounts?
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What happens during the adjusting journal entries step?
What happens during the adjusting journal entries step?
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Which of the following steps follows the preparation of the unadjusted trial balance?
Which of the following steps follows the preparation of the unadjusted trial balance?
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During which step are financial statements prepared?
During which step are financial statements prepared?
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What is a distinguishing mark of the professional behavior of accountants?
What is a distinguishing mark of the professional behavior of accountants?
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Which career opportunity is NOT associated with public practice in accountancy?
Which career opportunity is NOT associated with public practice in accountancy?
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What is the primary goal of external auditing?
What is the primary goal of external auditing?
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What does bookkeeping primarily involve?
What does bookkeeping primarily involve?
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Which statement about the accountancy profession is correct?
Which statement about the accountancy profession is correct?
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What is NOT a branch of accounting?
What is NOT a branch of accounting?
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Which of the following roles is associated with government service in accountancy?
Which of the following roles is associated with government service in accountancy?
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What does cost accounting primarily focus on?
What does cost accounting primarily focus on?
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Professional accountants should avoid which of the following actions?
Professional accountants should avoid which of the following actions?
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Which career opportunity is typically NOT part of the education/academe sector in accountancy?
Which career opportunity is typically NOT part of the education/academe sector in accountancy?
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What is the purpose of the General Journal?
What is the purpose of the General Journal?
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What process follows the identification and analysis of an accountable event?
What process follows the identification and analysis of an accountable event?
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What is the primary function of the Ledger?
What is the primary function of the Ledger?
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Which of the following elements is NOT included in a journal entry?
Which of the following elements is NOT included in a journal entry?
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Which type of journal entry includes only one debit and one credit?
Which type of journal entry includes only one debit and one credit?
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Where are amounts entered after a journal entry is created?
Where are amounts entered after a journal entry is created?
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What is the format required for a journal entry?
What is the format required for a journal entry?
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In which order are accounts listed in a Trial Balance?
In which order are accounts listed in a Trial Balance?
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What is the minimum average score a candidate must achieve in the CPA Licensure Examination (CPALE) to pass?
What is the minimum average score a candidate must achieve in the CPA Licensure Examination (CPALE) to pass?
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Which organization established the Philippine Accounting Standards Council (ASC)?
Which organization established the Philippine Accounting Standards Council (ASC)?
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What is the scope of subjects tested in the CPA Licensure Examination?
What is the scope of subjects tested in the CPA Licensure Examination?
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How many members compose the new accounting standard setting body as per the Financial Reporting Standards Council (FRSC)?
How many members compose the new accounting standard setting body as per the Financial Reporting Standards Council (FRSC)?
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What must a candidate do if they fail two complete CPALE examinations?
What must a candidate do if they fail two complete CPALE examinations?
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What is a key goal of the Core Competencies Frameworks for Accountants?
What is a key goal of the Core Competencies Frameworks for Accountants?
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Which of the following is NOT a fundamental principle in the Code of Ethics for Professional Accountants?
Which of the following is NOT a fundamental principle in the Code of Ethics for Professional Accountants?
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What is required for a professional accountant to comply with the Code of Ethics?
What is required for a professional accountant to comply with the Code of Ethics?
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Which aspect of skills is emphasized in the core competencies framework for accountants?
Which aspect of skills is emphasized in the core competencies framework for accountants?
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What happens to the subjects failed by a candidate in the CPALE?
What happens to the subjects failed by a candidate in the CPALE?
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What is emphasized regarding the values in the core competencies framework for accountants?
What is emphasized regarding the values in the core competencies framework for accountants?
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Which organization provides substantial support for the Accounting Standards Council?
Which organization provides substantial support for the Accounting Standards Council?
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How many units of study must be completed by a candidate before reattempting the CPALE after two failures?
How many units of study must be completed by a candidate before reattempting the CPALE after two failures?
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What does 'Continuing Duty' in Professional Competence and Due Care imply?
What does 'Continuing Duty' in Professional Competence and Due Care imply?
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In the Philippine Code of Ethics, which principle ensures that accountants do not allow conflicts of interest?
In the Philippine Code of Ethics, which principle ensures that accountants do not allow conflicts of interest?
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Study Notes
Business Transaction Measurement
- Critical decisions include recognizing when the transaction occurred (recognition issue), determining the transaction value (valuation issue), and classifying transaction components (classification issue).
- Classification minimizes the impact of numerous transactions, organizing them into useful groups.
- Summarization of financial data results in financial statements that reflect the business's activities over a specific period.
CPA Licensure Examination (CPALE) Overview
- Candidates require an average score of 75% with no subject below 65% to pass.
- Failing two complete CPALE disqualifies a candidate unless they complete 24 relevant units in the failed subjects.
Philippine Accounting Standards Organizations
- Accounting Standards Council (ASC): Established in 1981 to enhance generally accepted accounting standards in the Philippines, supported by several key financial bodies.
- Financial Reporting Standards Council (FRSC): Formed under R.A. 9298 as the new standard-setting body, composed of 15 members from diverse accounting backgrounds.
Core Competencies Framework for Accountants
- Aimed at bridging workplace requirements with academic training.
- Focuses on producing competent and ethical accountants capable of international competition.
- Essential areas include general knowledge, specialized accounting knowledge, and strong interpersonal skills.
Code of Ethics for Professional Accountants
- Professional accountants must maintain integrity, objectivity, professional competence, confidentiality, and professional behavior.
- The Code emphasizes adherence to ethical standards set by the Philippine Institute of Certified Public Accountants (PICPA) and the Professional Regulation Commission (PRC).
Characteristics and Career Opportunities in Accountancy
- All members must possess relevant degrees and pass a licensure exam while adhering to a strict Code of Ethics.
- Career paths available in public practice, commerce and industry, government service, and education include positions like auditors, tax managers, financial analysts, and educators.
Branches of Accounting
- Auditing: Focuses on the examination of financial reports for fairness and accuracy.
- Bookkeeping: Involves the mechanical task of recording financial data and maintaining accurate account records.
- Financial Accounting: Record keeping of business transactions and preparation of financial position reports.
- Cost Accounting: Involves recording, analyzing, and reporting costs associated with production.
Accounting Cycle Steps
- Step 1: Identify and analyze accountable events that affect financial statements.
- Step 2: Journalize transactions chronologically, recording debits and credits.
- Step 3: Post journal entries to the ledger for classification and summarization.
- Step 4: Prepare the trial balance to check for accuracy.
- Steps 5-9: Include worksheet adjustments, financial statement preparation, and closing entries.
Importance of the General Journal and Ledger
- General Journal: The first point of entry capturing all transaction effects; shows every journal entry's debit and credit effects.
- Ledger: A compilation of accounts used to classify and summarize transactions, essential for preparing basic financial statements.
Journal Entry Components
- Journal entries must list the date, accounts affected (debit and credit), and an explanation.
- Simple journal entries involve one debit and one credit, while compound entries include multiple debits or credits.
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This quiz explores the vital concepts of recognizing business transactions, including when they occur and how to determine their value. Understanding these principles is essential for accountants to accurately measure and record financial activities. Test your knowledge of these fundamental accounting practices!