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What is the formula for calculating Maturity Value?

  • Principal + Interest (correct)
  • Maturity Value x Discount Rate
  • Principal + Discount
  • Principal x Rate x Time x 360

Discount is calculated by multiplying Maturity Value with the Discount Rate.

True (A)

What is the formula to compute Interest?

I = PxRxT

Net Proceeds are calculated by subtracting __________ from Maturity Value.

<p>Discount</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the financial terms with their definitions:

<p>Principal = The face value of the note or borrowed amount Interest = Rental for the use of borrowed money Discounting Notes = Transferring a note with recourse to a bank Carrying Amount = Principal plus accrued interest</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes 'Gain or Loss on note receivable discounting'?

<p>The difference between net proceeds and carrying amount (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The Time in financial terms refers to the period up to the maturity date.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'Interest Expense' signify?

<p>The interest a debtor must pay to the creditor.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What account is needed to adjust the beginning Inventory to the Income Summary account?

<p>Inventory Beg (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Net Sales is calculated by subtracting discounts from total sales.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of setting up Ending Inventory?

<p>To determine the amount of inventory on hand at the end of the period.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the total sales after calculating $35,700 - 15,000$?

<p>P20,700 (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Promissory notes can only be interest-bearing.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The total goods available for sale is the sum of __________ and Ending Inventory.

<p>Net Purchases</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the expenses with their respective descriptions:

<p>Salaries = Employee compensation payment Freight Out = Shipping costs for sold goods Advertising = Promotional expenses Store Supplies = Items used for store operations</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of the aging of accounts receivable?

<p>To estimate uncollectible accounts.</p> Signup and view all the answers

The ______________ is the individual or entity who receives payment upon the due date of a promissory note.

<p>Payee</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following activities has not been previously recorded?

<p>Cost of Goods Sold (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A voucher must be prepared after every transaction that involves payment.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the aging period of accounts receivable with its respective allowance for uncollectible accounts:

<p>1-30 days = 2% 31-60 days = 3% 61-90 days = 5% 91-120 days = 10%</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of procedures in the voucher system?

<p>To ensure internal control over cash disbursements.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of transaction could result in a promissory note?

<p>Loans involving a bank (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The maker of a promissory note is considered the lender.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is classified as current or not due and past due or overdue?

<p>Accounts Receivable</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a voucher primarily used for?

<p>To document authority to pay cash (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A check must be recorded in the voucher register.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What must be done before the preparations of vouchers?

<p>Verification of supporting documents.</p> Signup and view all the answers

A _____ is a record that contains chronological and serial records of all checks issued.

<p>check register</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following terms with their definitions:

<p>Drawee = The bank on which the check is drawn Payee = The one whose order the check is drawn Check Register = A special journal containing records of all checks issued Voucher = A document that authorizes the payment of cash</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a step that must be done prior to the preparation of vouchers?

<p>Approval from the accounting department (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does maturity value refer to?

<p>Principal plus interest earned (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A credit note is considered as a non-interest bearing note.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A voucher can be issued or paid at a later date depending on credit terms.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is indicated by depreciation expense in the financial statements?

<p>A reduction in the value of fixed assets over time.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does 'proceeds' refer to in the context of notes?

<p>The amount received by the endorser from the endorsee.</p> Signup and view all the answers

The __________ is the date when the note becomes due for payment.

<p>maturity date</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following represents the calculation for discount?

<p>D = MV x DR x DP (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In a periodic inventory system, ending inventory can only be determined by a physical count.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the term used for the life of a note?

<p>Term of the note</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is considered a component of factory overhead?

<p>Indirect labor (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Vouchers Payable is used instead of Accounts Payable under the voucher system.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are prime costs in manufacturing?

<p>Direct materials and direct labor</p> Signup and view all the answers

Factory overhead is known as __________ or factory burden.

<p>manufacturing overhead</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a voucher register used for?

<p>To record vouchers (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Allocated costs are costs that can be easily traced to specific products.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are two components of prime costs?

<p>Direct materials and direct labor</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of a special journal?

<p>Records only one kind of transaction (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Using special journals can help to reduce recording time.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one disadvantage of not using special journals?

<p>Only one person can use the books at a time.</p> Signup and view all the answers

The general journal is used to record transactions that could not be recorded in the special journals, such as __________.

<p>adjusting entries</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the types of journals with their corresponding transactions:

<p>Sales Journal = Sales on account Purchase Journal = Purchases on account Cash Receipts Journal = Cash sales General Journal = Adjusting entries</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a common feature of special journals?

<p>Chronological recording of all transactions (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

More economical operation is an advantage of using special journals.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one benefit of easy tracing of transactions in special journals?

<p>Faster and easier retrieval of transaction information.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does 'discounting of notes without recourse' allow the holder of a note to do?

<p>Transfer the note to the bank for immediate cash (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A dishonored note means the maker paid it at the due date.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the maturity date for a note that states, 'One year after date, I promise to pay'?

<p>Same day and month of the following year</p> Signup and view all the answers

The net realizable value for accounts is $__________.

<p>1,150,000</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following terms with their descriptions related to notes:

<p>Honored = Maker pays at the due date Dishonored = Maker fails to pay the due date On Demand = Maturity date dependent on payee's will Maturity Date = Date when the note becomes due</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following correctly describes the 'maturity date' of a note?

<p>It is stated directly on the note (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The total period for a note can be determined without counting days.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happens to the maturity value when the note is discounted?

<p>It is reduced by the computed discount.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a promissory note?

<p>A written unconditional promise to pay a sum of money (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Notes Receivable and Notes Payable are the same.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the allowance for uncollectible accounts for the aging category of 91-120 days overdue if there is a balance of $100,000?

<p>$10,000</p> Signup and view all the answers

The __________ is known as the borrower or debtor in a promissory note.

<p>maker</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the aging categories of accounts receivable with their respective allowance rates:

<p>1-30 days = 2% 31-60 days = 3% 61-90 days = 5% 91-120 days = 10%</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which transaction typically leads to the creation of a promissory note?

<p>Loans involving banks or lending institutions (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A notes payable can be both interest-bearing and non-interest bearing.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the first step in adjusting beginning inventory?

<p>Close to Income Summary account (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What term describes the individual or entity who receives payment upon the due date of a promissory note?

<p>payee</p> Signup and view all the answers

Ending inventory must be set up before preparing cost of goods sold.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What needs to occur with activities that have not been previously recorded?

<p>Record accrued expenses for cost of goods sold.</p> Signup and view all the answers

In a merchandising concern, net purchases are calculated as gross purchases minus __________.

<p>purchase returns and allowances</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following accounts with their descriptions:

<p>Inventory = Assets held for sale Income Summary = Temporary account for closing Purchases = Costs incurred to buy goods Freight Out = Shipping costs for sold goods</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is included in net sales calculation?

<p>Total sales minus discounts (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What record is used for tracking checks issued?

<p>Voucher register</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'Carrying Amount' refer to?

<p>The sum of the principal and interest (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The discount period is calculated by subtracting the maturity date from the date of discounting.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the formula for calculating net proceeds from a note discounting?

<p>Net Proceeds = Maturity Value - Discount</p> Signup and view all the answers

The principal is defined as the __________ of the note or the amount borrowed.

<p>face value</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about interest is correct?

<p>Interest is charged over the time period on the principal (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The gain or loss on note receivable discounting is calculated as the difference between net proceeds and the carrying amount.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Explain the term 'Discounting Notes'.

<p>Discounting Notes refers to the process of transferring a note with recourse to a bank before its maturity date.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does a voucher primarily serve as?

<p>Evidence of authority to pay cash (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Checks must be issued before a voucher can be prepared.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What must be verified before the preparation of vouchers?

<p>Supporting documents</p> Signup and view all the answers

The __________ is the individual on whose order the check is drawn.

<p>payee</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the voucher system?

<p>A system for payment verification and recording (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A check must be recorded in the check register after payment.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What document serves as evidence for the authority to pay cash?

<p>Voucher</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which factor is NOT a cause of uncollectibility of accounts?

<p>Timely payments by the debtor (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of adjusting the beginning inventory account to the Income Summary account?

<p>To reflect accurate financial performance (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The allowance for bad debts is considered in the computation of total receivables.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the uncollectible rate estimated for Apple Company based on past experiences?

<p>1%</p> Signup and view all the answers

Net purchases include only the cost of goods purchased without considering allowances.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The __________ method is used for allocating doubtful accounts by multiplying receivables with the experience rate.

<p>Percentage of Accounts Receivable</p> Signup and view all the answers

What must be prepared first for every transaction that involves payment in a voucher system?

<p>A voucher</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the terms with their definitions related to bad debts:

<p>Bad Debts Expense = The cost of uncollectible accounts Allowance for Doubtful Accounts = Contra asset account for receivables Percentage of Net Credit Sales = Method for estimating bad debts based on sales Uncollectible Accounts = Receivables that are expected to be uncollectible</p> Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of accounts receivable represents uncollectible accounts when total sales are P3,000,000?

<p>P30,000 (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Interest receivables are included when preparing a purchases journal.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which account is credited when closing the beginning inventory account?

<p>Income Summary Account (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What account is affected when recognizing an estimated uncollectible account?

<p>Allowance for Doubtful Accounts</p> Signup and view all the answers

Accrued expenses are included in the calculation of cost of goods sold.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Name one of the components that must be included in the total goods available for sale.

<p>Beginning Inventory</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which components are considered Prime Costs?

<p>Direct Materials and Direct Labor (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Factory Overhead includes direct labor costs.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of a voucher register?

<p>To record vouchers in a chronological order similar to a purchase journal.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Direct materials are all materials that form an integral part of the finished _____.

<p>goods</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following elements of manufacturing costs with their definitions:

<p>Direct Materials = Cost of raw materials integral to the product Direct Labor = Wages of workers directly involved in product creation Factory Overhead = Indirect costs associated with manufacturing Allocated Costs = Costs that cannot be specifically traced to a product</p> Signup and view all the answers

What costs fall under Conversion Costs?

<p>Direct Labor and Factory Overhead (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A check is defined as a written order signed by the bank to pay a specified sum of money.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Name one example of an indirect material used in production.

<p>Glue used in furniture making.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the amount due at the maturity date of a promissory note?

<p>Maturity Value (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The discount on a note is calculated by multiplying the maturity value with the discount rate.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does 'interest income' refer to?

<p>The interest that a creditor is entitled to receive from the debtor.</p> Signup and view all the answers

The process of calculating the amount received by the endorser from the endorsee is known as __________.

<p>proceeds</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is true regarding a non-interest bearing note?

<p>Its maturity value equals the face amount. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Accrued income allows the inventory to be determined without a physical count.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'discount period' refer to?

<p>The number of days from the date of discounting up to the maturity date of the note.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the consequence when the maker of a promissory note fails to pay at the maturity date?

<p>The note is considered dishonored. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A maturity date can always be clearly determined for a note that states 'on demand'.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What must be done to determine the maturity date stated on a promissory note?

<p>Count the exact number of days from the date of the promise to pay.</p> Signup and view all the answers

A note that is paid at the due date is referred to as __________.

<p>honored</p> Signup and view all the answers

How is the discount computed when a holder transfers the note to the bank?

<p>By multiplying the maturity value with the discount rate. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following types of notes with their characteristics:

<p>Honored Note = Paid at maturity date Dishonored Note = Not paid at maturity date On Demand Note = Dependant on payee's will Stated Date Note = Has a specific maturity date</p> Signup and view all the answers

Discounting of notes without recourse allows the holder to retain the note for future cash flow.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the allowance for bad debts amount presented in the content?

<p>-39,500</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'Carrying Amount' refer to in the context of notes?

<p>Principal plus the interest calculated over time (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The discount rate is applied to the Maturity Value in the calculation of the discount.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the formula to calculate the Net Proceeds from discounting a note?

<p>Net Proceeds = Maturity Value - Discount</p> Signup and view all the answers

The difference between the net proceeds from discounting of the note and the __________ of the note receivable is referred to as gain or loss.

<p>carrying amount</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the term 'Discount Period'?

<p>The duration from discounting date to maturity date (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Interest is calculated by multiplying the principal amount by the interest rate and the time period.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of discounting notes?

<p>To transfer a note with recourse to a bank for immediate cash.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of the Cash Receipts Journal?

<p>To record all cash collections (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Official Receipts are issued every time cash is received by a business.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of receivables are considered Trade Receivables?

<p>Receivables from the sale of goods and services in the ordinary course of business.</p> Signup and view all the answers

The __________ Journal records all cash disbursements.

<p>Cash Payments</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following types of journals with their purpose:

<p>Sales Journal = Records sales on account Cash Receipts Journal = Records all cash collections Cash Payments Journal = Records all cash disbursements General Journal = Records transactions that cannot be entered in special journals</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is an example of a transaction that cannot be recorded in special journals?

<p>Sales returns (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Accounts Receivables are supported by promissory notes.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the General Journal?

<p>To record transactions that cannot be entered in any special journals.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary document used for cash payment?

<p>Cash Voucher (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Interest receivables can only come from loans to employees.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of receivables is estimated to be uncollectible based on past experience?

<p>1%</p> Signup and view all the answers

The allowance for bad debts is not considered in the __________ computation.

<p>book</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a cause of uncollectibility of accounts?

<p>Increased sales volume (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the accounting methods with their uses:

<p>Allowance Method = Estimates bad debts based on a percentage of receivables Direct Write-off Method = Records bad debts directly when they are deemed uncollectible Percentage of Net Credit Sales = Calculates bad debts using net sales figure Percentage of Accounts Receivable = Uses total receivables to estimate doubtful accounts</p> Signup and view all the answers

The experience rate of uncollectible accounts can vary based on a company's past performance.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What account is debited when estimating bad debts using the allowance method?

<p>Bad Debts Expense</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'proceeds' refer to in the context of notes?

<p>The amount received by the endorser from the endorsee (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A non-interest bearing note's maturity value is equal to its face amount.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the maturity date of a note?

<p>The date when the note becomes due for payment.</p> Signup and view all the answers

The formula for calculating the discount is D = MV x DR x ________.

<p>DP</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which option correctly describes a term of a note?

<p>It can be expressed in days, months, or years. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The proceeds of a note are always less than its maturity value.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the discount period?

<p>It refers to the number of days from the date of discounting until the maturity date.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a voucher in financial transactions?

<p>To serve as proof of payment (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A voucher must be prepared only for cash payments.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A check register is a special journal that contains a __________ record of all checks issued.

<p>chronological</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match each term with its correct definition:

<p>Drawee = The bank on which the check is drawn Payee = The one whose order the check is drawn Voucher = A document used as evidence of authority to pay cash Check Register = A record of all checks issued</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about the voucher system is correct?

<p>Vouchers must be prepared for each payment (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is compared to assure the accuracy of the billing process?

<p>Invoice and receiving report</p> Signup and view all the answers

Vouchers in the voucher system may be issued or paid at the same time.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following accounts is adjusted or closed to the Income Summary account?

<p>Beginning Inventory (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Freight Out is considered a selling expense.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What must be prepared first for every transaction that involves payment?

<p>A voucher</p> Signup and view all the answers

The total goods available for sale is the sum of __________ and net purchases.

<p>Beginning Inventory</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following expenses with their categories:

<p>Salaries = Selling Expenses Store Supplies = Operating Expenses Advertising = Selling Expenses Freight Out = Selling Expenses</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is recorded when setting up the ending inventory?

<p>Cost of Goods Sold (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Net sales are calculated by subtracting ending inventory from total sales.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What activities must be recorded when setting up ending inventory?

<p>Activities that have not been previously recorded.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Factory Overhead refer to in manufacturing costs?

<p>Costs not classified as direct materials or direct labor (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Direct Labor refers only to the wages of workers physically assembling the product.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are Prime Costs composed of in manufacturing?

<p>Direct Materials and Direct Labor</p> Signup and view all the answers

Indirect materials are materials used in production which may form an integral part of the product but the cost is __________.

<p>insignificant</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which activity is part of the manufacturing process?

<p>Selling finished goods (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the elements of manufacturing costs with their definitions:

<p>Direct Materials = Materials integral to the product Direct Labor = Labor costs for product conversion Factory Overhead = Costs not classified under direct costs Allocated Costs = Costs not easily traced to products</p> Signup and view all the answers

Vouchers Payable is preferable to Accounts Payable in financial statements.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of a voucher register?

<p>To record vouchers similar to a purchase journal</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a primary advantage of using special journals?

<p>Reduces recording time (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

General journals are used for recording only repetitive transactions.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What types of transactions can be recorded in a general journal that cannot be recorded in special journals?

<p>Sales returns, purchase returns, adjusting entries.</p> Signup and view all the answers

The main disadvantage of not using special journals is that it leads to numerous postings from the journal to the __________.

<p>general ledger</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following types of journals with their specific uses:

<p>Sales Journal = Records sales on account Purchase Journal = Records purchases on account Cash Receipts Journal = Records cash received from sales Cash Payments Journal = Records cash paid for purchases</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is considered a disadvantage of using special journals?

<p>Only one person can use the journals at a time (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Using special journals can make tracing transactions faster and easier.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Special journals are primarily created to record __________ transactions in a more organized manner.

<p>specific</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following accounts receivable aging categories has the highest estimated uncollectible accounts percentage?

<p>181-360 days (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A promissory note can only be issued for interest-bearing loans.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the payee in a promissory note?

<p>The payee receives payment upon the due date.</p> Signup and view all the answers

The aging of accounts receivable is most commonly practiced in estimating __________ accounts.

<p>uncollectible</p> Signup and view all the answers

Maturity value of a non-interest bearing note is equal to the face amount of the note.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the date when a note becomes due for payment?

<p>Maturity Date</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is typically used to support a loan in the form of a promissory note?

<p>Written unconditional promise (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The maturity value is equal to principal plus __________.

<p>interest earned</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following terms with their correct definitions:

<p>Discount = Amount deducted from the maturity value Discount Rate = Rate charged by the bank upon discounting Discount Period = Number of days from discounting to maturity Interest Bearing Note = Note that provides payment of interest</p> Signup and view all the answers

The maker of a promissory note is also known as the payee.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What amount is calculated for uncollectible accounts in the 31-60 days overdue category if the total receivables amount to P200,000?

<p>P6,000</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of a Sales Journal?

<p>To record sales on account (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about interest income is correct?

<p>Interest income is the amount a creditor receives from the debtor. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

An Official Receipt is not required when a business receives cash.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A perpetual inventory system requires physical counts to determine the balance of the Inventory account.

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What is the general purpose of amortizing the cost of fixed assets?

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What type of receivables represent a contractual right to receive cash or assets from another entity?

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The __________ journal is used to track all collections, including cash.

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Which of the following describes Trade Receivables?

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Special journals generally decrease the organization of transaction records.

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What is the purpose of a Cash Payments Journal?

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Which of the following are components of factory overhead?

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Direct labor includes all wages incurred in manufacturing finished goods.

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Factory overhead includes indirect materials and __________.

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Match the manufacturing cost types with their definitions:

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What is Vouchers Payable used for in the voucher system?

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A check must always be recorded in the check register after payment.

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Allocated costs are easily traceable to specific products.

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A __________ is a written instrument that orders the bank to pay a specified sum of money.

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A ______ refers to any document that serves as authority to pay cash.

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Which statement about the voucher system is correct?

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A modified form of the cash payments journal is known as the check register.

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What is required for the comparison of invoices prior to voucher preparation?

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Flashcards

Promissory Note

A written promise to pay a specific amount of money on demand or at a specified date, signed by the maker of the note. It can be interest-bearing or non-interest-bearing, depending on the agreement between the parties involved.

Maker (Promissory Note)

The person who signs the promissory note and is obligated to make payments on the due date. Also known as the borrower or debtor.

Payee (Promissory Note)

The recipient of the payment on the promissory note. They receive the money due on the specified date.

Aging of Accounts Receivable Method

A method used to estimate the amount of uncollectible accounts receivable. It involves analyzing the age of outstanding receivables and applying different percentage estimates to each age category to determine the expected bad debt expense.

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Allowance for Doubtful Accounts

The portion of accounts receivable that a company believes will not be collected. It is estimated based on past experience, industry trends, and economic conditions.

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Notes Receivable vs. Notes Payable

Notes receivable and notes payable are both promises to pay, but they represent different obligations. Notes receivable represent money owed by others to the company, while notes payable represent money the company owes to others.

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Common Transactions Involving Notes

Loans from banks, individuals, or lending institutions; purchases made on credit; services rendered; or settlements of existing accounts.

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Statement of Financial Position

A statement that presents a company's assets, liabilities, and equity at a specific point in time.

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Maturity Value (MV)

The total amount of money that the borrower will have to pay back at the maturity date. It includes the original principal amount plus any accrued interest.

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Discount

The difference between the maturity value and the present value of the note. It is essentially the cost of borrowing for the borrower.

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Discount Period

The period between the date the note is discounted and the maturity date of the note.

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Net Proceeds

The amount of money the lender receives after deducting the discount from the maturity value.

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Carrying Amount

The carrying amount of a note receivable is the value of the note at a specific point in time, taking into account any accrued interest and discounts.

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Gain or Loss on Note Receivable Discounting

The difference between the net proceeds received from discounting a note and the carrying amount of the note receivable.

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Principal

The face value of the note, representing the amount borrowed. It's the principal amount initially borrowed.

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Interest Rate

The cost of borrowing money, expressed as a percentage of the principal. It's the rate mentioned on the note.

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Maturity Value

The amount due at the maturity date of a note. It equals the principal plus any accumulated interest.

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Interest Income

The interest received by a lender on a loan.

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Interest Bearing Note

Refers to a note where the interest is calculated and added to the principal amount. The borrower pays the total amount (principal + interest) at maturity.

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Maturity Date

The date on which a note becomes due for payment.

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Term of the note

The amount of time a note is in effect, expressed in days, months, or years.

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Discount Rate

The rate charged by a bank when discounting a note. It is used to calculate the discount amount.

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Proceeds

The amount received by the endorser of a note after discounting. It is calculated as the maturity value minus the discount.

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Manufacturing Business

A business that transforms raw materials into finished goods.

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Prime Costs

The cost of direct materials and direct labor used in the production of goods.

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Conversion Costs

Costs incurred in converting raw materials into finished goods.

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Factory Overhead

Costs that cannot be directly traced to a specific product, such as factory rent and utilities.

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Indirect Materials

Materials used in production that are not a major part of the final product, such as glue or nails.

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Indirect Labor

Labor costs for employees who support production but don't directly work on the final product, such as maintenance workers.

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Selling Expenses

The costs involved in promoting and selling finished goods.

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Administrative Expenses

Costs incurred in managing the overall business operations, such as administrative salaries and office supplies.

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Beginning Inventory

The initial inventory value at the beginning of an accounting period. It's the starting point for calculating the cost of goods sold for the period.

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Sales Discounts

A reduction in the price of goods or services, often granted for bulk purchases or prompt payment.

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Net Purchases

The total value of goods acquired for resale during an accounting period, including purchases, freight-in, and other costs incurred to get the goods ready for sale.

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Ending inventory

Represent the cost of goods that are still on hand at the end of an accounting period.

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Cost of Goods Sold

The cost of goods that have been sold during an accounting period.

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Voucher

A document prepared for each transaction involving payment, ensuring internal control over cash disbursements. It acts as a key supporting document for authorizing and recording payments.

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Voucher Register

The detailed record of all vouchers issued during a period, providing a comprehensive overview of authorized payments.

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Check Register

A record used to track the details of all checks issued for payments made during a period, serving as a detailed record of cash disbursements.

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What is a voucher?

A special document used for recording liabilities and authorizing payment. It provides evidence of the reason for the payment, and usually involves verification of supporting documents such as invoices.

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What is a Promissory Note?

A written promise to pay a specific amount of money on demand or at a specified date.

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What is a discount in a promissory note?

The difference between the maturity value and the present value of the note. It's essentially the cost of borrowing money for the borrower.

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Who is the maker in promissory notes?

The person who signs the promissory note and is obligated to make payments on the due date. They are the borrower or debtor.

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Who is the payee in promissory notes?

The recipient of the payment on the promissory note, who receives the money on the specified date.

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What is the maturity value in a promissory note?

The total amount of money that the borrower will have to pay back at the maturity date. It includes the original principal amount plus any accrued interest.

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What is maturity date in promissory notes?

The date on which a promissory note or other financial instrument becomes payable.

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What are net proceeds in a promissory note?

The amount of money the lender receives after deducting the discount from the maturity value.

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Special Journal

A book of original entry that records only one kind of transaction, usually repetitive or frequent during business operations.

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General Journal

A chronological record of all business transactions and events, used for transactions not recorded in special journals.

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Advantages of Special Journals

Divides labor, reduces recording time, makes posting to the ledger minimal, and allows for easy information retrieval.

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Transactions recorded in the General Journal

Includes sales returns, purchase returns, adjusting entries, correcting entries, amortizations, and investments other than cash.

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Notes Receivable

Represents money owed by others to the company.

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Notes Payable

Represents money the company owes to others.

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Maker of a Note

The person who signs the promissory note and promises to pay the amount owed.

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Payee of a Note

The recipient of the payment on a promissory note. They receive the money owed on the specified date.

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Dishonored Note

When the maker of a promissory note fails to pay the note at the due date.

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Discounting a Note

The process of transferring a promissory note to a bank for immediate cash. The bank deducts a discount from the maturity value.

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Interest

The interest accumulated from the date of the note to the maturity date.

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What is a Voucher Register?

A detailed record of all vouchers issued during a period, providing a comprehensive overview of authorized payments.

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What is a Check Register?

A record that tracks the details of all checks issued for payments during a period, serving as a detailed record of cash disbursements.

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What are the steps needed before preparing a voucher?

Verifying the supporting documents, comparing the invoice with the receiving report to ensure the billed items were received, examining the arithmetical accuracy of the invoice.

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Purchases Journal

A special journal used to record only purchase transactions on credit. It streamlines recording and helps track purchases made on accounts payable.

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Uncollectible Accounts (Bad Debts)

An estimation of accounts receivables that are likely uncollectible due to factors like bankruptcy, disappearance, or the debtor's inability to pay.

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Allowance Method

A method for accounting for uncollectible accounts by creating an allowance for doubtful accounts. This allows for a more accurate representation of the net realizable value of accounts receivable.

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Percentage of Net Credit Sales

A method of estimating uncollectible accounts based on the percentage of sales on account that historically have been uncollectible. It utilizes historical data to predict future uncollectibles.

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Percentage of Accounts Receivable Method

A method of estimating uncollectible accounts by multiplying a chosen percentage with the total accounts receivables. It directly links uncollectible estimates to the balance of receivables.

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What is the Maturity Value (MV) of a note?

The total amount a borrower will pay back at the maturity date. It includes the principal amount plus any accrued interest.

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What is the Discount on a note?

The difference between the Maturity Value and the present value of the note, essentially the cost of borrowing for the borrower.

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What is the Discount Period?

The period between the date the note is discounted and the maturity date, which is the date the note becomes due.

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What are the Net Proceeds?

The amount of money the lender receives after subtracting the discount from the Maturity Value.

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What is the Carrying Amount of a Note Receivable?

The value of the note receivable at a specific point in time, considering accrued interest and discounts.

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What is the Gain or Loss on Note Receivable Discounting?

The difference between the net proceeds from discounting and the carrying amount of the note receivable. It reflects whether the lender gained or lost money on the transaction.

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What is Interest Income?

The interest earned or accrued over a period of time.

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What is Discounting Notes?

The act of transferring a note with recourse to a bank, essentially selling the note to get cash immediately.

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Note with recourse

An agreement that allows a bank to recover the unpaid note amount from the person who transferred the note, if the original borrower fails to repay.

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What steps are needed before preparing a voucher?

Steps involved before preparing a voucher include verifying supporting documents, comparing invoices to receiving reports to ensure items were received, and checking the invoice for accuracy.

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What is a manufacturing business?

A business that transforms raw materials into finished goods.

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What are direct materials?

Costs directly related to materials used in the finished product. Examples include raw materials and parts.

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What is direct labor?

Labor costs for workers directly involved in making the product. Examples include wages of a carpenter or a dressmaker.

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What is factory overhead?

Costs that support production but are not directly tied to a specific product. Examples include factory rent, utilities, and indirect labor.

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What are prime costs?

The total cost of direct materials and direct labor used in production.

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What are conversion costs?

The cost of converting raw materials into finished goods. This includes direct labor and factory overhead.

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Advantages of using special journals

The advantages of using special journals include division of labor for efficient recording, reduced time spent on recording, minimal posting to the ledger, and easy access to information.

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Steps needed before preparing a voucher

The process of verifying supporting documents, comparing the invoice with the receiving report, and checking the arithmetical accuracy of the invoice before preparing a voucher.

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Receivables

A financial asset that represents a contractual right to receive cash or another asset from another entity.

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Trade Receivables

Receivables arising from the sale of goods and services in the ordinary course of business.

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Steps before preparing a voucher

Steps done before preparing a voucher include verifying supporting documents, comparing the invoice with the receiving report (to ensure goods were received), and checking the invoice for arithmetical accuracy to ensure everything adds up correctly.

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Voucher - Definition

A special form used in recording data pertaining to a liability and the purpose of its payment. It is customarily prepared by the accounting department on the basis of an invoice, a memorandum, or a contract.

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Voucher - Document

Any document that serves as evidence of authority to pay cash. It often involves a special form used to record data pertaining to a liability and the purpose of its payment. It is prepared by the accounting department on the basis of invoices, memoranda, or contracts.

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Check

Three parties are involved in a check: the drawer, the payee, and the bank. The drawer is the person signing the check, the payee is the recipient of the funds, and the bank is the financial institution where the account is held.

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Study Notes

Recording Transactions in Special Journals

  • Journals are books of original entry, recording specific transactions repeatedly.
  • General Journals record all types of transactions chronologically.
  • Special Journals record one type of transaction, categorized by the nature of the transaction.

Types of Journal Entries

  • General Journal: Records all types of business transactions chronologically.
  • Contains a chronological listing of transactions.
  • Records transactions not suitable for special journals, such as sales returns, purchase returns, adjusting entries, and non-cash investments.
  • Special Journals: Record specific transactions repeatedly, categorized to speed up accounting process.
  • Examples include sales journals (sales on account), purchase journals (purchases on account), cash receipts journals (cash sales and collections), and cash payments journals (cash payments).
  • Advantages include faster posting, reduced time, easier analysis of specific transactions, better division of labor, and easy retrieval of information.
  • Disadvantages include limited use for general transactions, requiring additional work, difficulty in retrieving general information, and restricting one-person use of the books.

Journals and Their Uses

  • Sales Journal: Records sales on account, supported by sales invoices.
  • Purchase Journal: Records purchases on account, supported by invoices, delivery receipts, or purchase orders.
  • Cash Receipts Journal: Records all cash receipts—cash sales and collections—supported by official receipts.
  • Cash Payments Journal: Records all cash payments, supported by cash vouchers or check vouchers.

Advantages of Using Special Journals

  • Division of labor is possible.
  • Recording time is reduced.
  • Posting to general ledger is minimized.
  • Information retrieval is enhanced.
  • More economical due to reduced time spent.
  • Tracing transactions is faster.
  • Easy analysis of transactions.

Disadvantages of Not Using Special Journals

  • Limited use of journal.
  • Increased work, difficulty in retrieving general information.
  • Only one person can use books at a time.

Special Considerations for Journal Entries

  • Journal entries can be interest-bearing or non-interest bearing depending on agreement between parties.
  • Some transactions may involve a promissory note from the maker, payable to the payee.
  • The face value of a note plus interest becomes the maturity value, due on the maturity date.
  • Notes receivables can be interest-bearing, while others may not.
  • The maturity date can be specified based on demand or a set period (e.g., one year after date, a certain number of days after date).
  • Accounts receivables do not always have promissory notes supporting them.
  • Documents supporting transactions recorded in special journals include sales invoices, purchase invoices, delivery receipts, purchase orders, official receipts, cash vouchers, and check vouchers.
  • A special journal is used for specific kinds of transactions. A journal voucher and a check voucher can support cash payments or receipts.

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