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The ______ made after subtracting COGS from revenue, showing how efficiently the company is producing its goods or services.
The ______ made after subtracting COGS from revenue, showing how efficiently the company is producing its goods or services.
Gross Profit
The cost of planting and growing crops should be recorded in the same period as the sale of those crops.
The cost of planting and growing crops should be recorded in the same period as the sale of those crops.
True
Revenue from a sale of produce is recorded when the payment is received.
Revenue from a sale of produce is recorded when the payment is received.
False
What is the primary function of the 'matching principle' in accounting?
What is the primary function of the 'matching principle' in accounting?
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Describe how the 'accrual basis accounting' principle affects revenue recognition.
Describe how the 'accrual basis accounting' principle affects revenue recognition.
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The cost of seeds and fertilizers is only recorded when they are paid for.
The cost of seeds and fertilizers is only recorded when they are paid for.
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Payroll expenses are recorded in the same period as the revenue generated from the labor used.
Payroll expenses are recorded in the same period as the revenue generated from the labor used.
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The 'matching principle' is only applied to the costs associated with the core business operations.
The 'matching principle' is only applied to the costs associated with the core business operations.
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Why is the 'full disclosure principle' considered important for financial statements?
Why is the 'full disclosure principle' considered important for financial statements?
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The 'historical cost principle' dictates that assets should be recorded at their market value.
The 'historical cost principle' dictates that assets should be recorded at their market value.
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The 'monetary unit assumption' states that all items on financial statements must be measured in a single currency.
The 'monetary unit assumption' states that all items on financial statements must be measured in a single currency.
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Which of the following is NOT a key facet of the 'economic entity assumption'?
Which of the following is NOT a key facet of the 'economic entity assumption'?
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What is the primary purpose of the 'time period assumption' in accounting?
What is the primary purpose of the 'time period assumption' in accounting?
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If a company's future is uncertain, the 'going concern principle' mandates immediate liquidation.
If a company's future is uncertain, the 'going concern principle' mandates immediate liquidation.
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The 'relevance principle' dictates that financial statements should be designed to be comprehensive and detailed.
The 'relevance principle' dictates that financial statements should be designed to be comprehensive and detailed.
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The 'reliability principle' requires that financial information be verifiable, based on credible evidence, and free from bias.
The 'reliability principle' requires that financial information be verifiable, based on credible evidence, and free from bias.
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The 'consistency principle' mandates the use of the same accounting methods consistently across different periods.
The 'consistency principle' mandates the use of the same accounting methods consistently across different periods.
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The 'conservatism principle' requires companies to choose the least optimistic accounting treatment for a transaction.
The 'conservatism principle' requires companies to choose the least optimistic accounting treatment for a transaction.
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The 'materiality principle' suggests that all expenses, regardless of their size or significance, should be recorded.
The 'materiality principle' suggests that all expenses, regardless of their size or significance, should be recorded.
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Study Notes
GAAP Income Statement
- Income statement is used to calculate and analyze business performance.
- It breaks down total income before expenses
- It consists of 7 basic parts:
- Revenue: Total income before deduction of expenses.
- Cost of Goods Sold (COGS): Direct costs of producing goods/services (raw materials, labor).
- Calculation: Beginning Inventory + Purchases – Ending Inventory
- Gross Profit: Profit after subtracting COGS from revenue (shows production efficiency).
- Calculation: Revenue - COGS
- Operating Expenses: Costs associated with running the business (excluding production).
- Calculation: Sum of all expenses (salaries, rent, marketing, etc.).
- Operating Income: Income from core business operations after deducting operating expenses from gross profit.
- Calculation: Gross Profit – Operating Expenses
- Non-operating Income and Expenses: Income/expenses not related to core business (interest, investment gains/losses).
- Net Income (Net Profit): Final profit after subtracting all expenses (including taxes and interest) from total revenue, showing overall profitability.
- Calculation: Operating Income + Non-operating income/expenses - Taxes and Interest
US GAAP Principles Mapping to the Income Statement
- Concept: Farming
- Revenue Recognition Principle: Revenue is recognized when the harvest is sold, not when the crops are planted or growing. (example: income recorded when the vegetables are delivered to the buyer, not when harvested).
- Matching Principle: Expenses like seeds, fertilizers, water match revenue generated; costs of growing crops are recorded in the same period as the sales of the crops.
- Accrual Basis Accounting: Record expenses and income when they occur, not when cash changes hands. (example: revenue recorded when you sell produce even if payment is delayed, expenses recorded when incurred (like labor costs), even if payment is next month).
- COGS (Cost of Goods Sold): Costs of seeds, fertilizers, and other farming inputs are matched with specific product sales and recorded even if not yet paid.
- Payroll: Labor costs (paying workers) are recorded in the same period as sales revenue generated (like crops harvested).
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This quiz explores the components of a GAAP income statement, essential for analyzing business performance. Learn about each part, from revenue to gross profit, and understand the calculations involved. Get ready to test your knowledge on this fundamental financial document.
