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Another name for the income statement is?
Another name for the income statement is?
Statement of earnings
The financial statement that presents a summary of the revenues and expenses of a business for a specific period of time, such as a month or a year, is called a(n)?
The financial statement that presents a summary of the revenues and expenses of a business for a specific period of time, such as a month or a year, is called a(n)?
Income Statement
Resource increases from the sale of goods or services are called?
Resource increases from the sale of goods or services are called?
Revenues
Revenues cause?
Revenues cause?
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Costs that are incurred during the normal operations of a business to generate revenues are called?
Costs that are incurred during the normal operations of a business to generate revenues are called?
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Which of the following is an overall measure of the performance of a business entity's activities?
Which of the following is an overall measure of the performance of a business entity's activities?
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Which of the following is a revenue generating activity?
Which of the following is a revenue generating activity?
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The difference between sales and cost of goods sold is called?
The difference between sales and cost of goods sold is called?
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The beginning balance of retained earnings will be greater than the ending balance if?
The beginning balance of retained earnings will be greater than the ending balance if?
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Retained earnings are?
Retained earnings are?
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Study Notes
Income Statement Overview
- Also known as the Statement of Earnings, summarizing financial performance.
- Presents a summary of revenues and expenses for a specific time period (e.g., monthly, yearly).
Key Financial Concepts
- Revenues are resource increases resulting from selling goods or services.
- An increase in revenues leads to a growth in net assets of a business.
- Expenses are costs required for normal operations to generate revenues.
Performance Measurement
- Net income (or net loss) serves as an overall measure of a business's performance.
- Selling a product qualifies as a primary revenue-generating activity.
Profit Analysis
- Gross profit is defined as the difference between total sales and the cost of goods sold.
- The calculation of gross profit helps assess a company's profitability before operating expenses.
Retained Earnings Dynamics
- Retained earnings represent earnings kept within the company for reinvestment after distributing dividends.
- If a company's net income is lower than dividends paid, the ending balance of retained earnings will be less than the beginning balance.
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Test your knowledge with these flashcards on the income statement, a vital component of financial reporting. Each card covers key terms and definitions that explain the structure and function of the income statement. Perfect for accounting students or anyone looking to strengthen their financial literacy.
