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2401
Which of the following correctly expresses the standard accounting equation?
The accounting equation is defined as Assets = Capital + Liabilities. This represents the dual aspect principle, where the total value of assets held by a business must equal the total sources of funding, which are the owner's equity (capital) and external obligations (liabilities).
2402
How does the purchase of supplies using cash affect the accounting equation?
Purchasing supplies for cash is an asset exchange transaction. Cash (an asset) decreases, while Supplies (another asset) increases by the same amount. Since one asset increases and another decreases by the same value, the total assets remain unchanged, and there is no impact on liabilities or owner's equity.
2403
When a sole trader secures a $10,000 bank loan, which components of the accounting equation are affected?
The accounting equation is Assets = Liabilities + Equity. When a business borrows cash, the cash (an asset) increases, and the loan payable (a liability) also increases by the same amount. This transaction maintains the balance of the equation without affecting the owner's equity or capital, as the increase in assets is offset by an equal increase in liabilities.
2404
If total assets increase by $20,000 and total liabilities increase by $12,000, what is the resulting change in capital?
Based on the accounting equation (Assets = Liabilities + Capital), any change in assets must be balanced by changes in liabilities and capital. If assets increase by $20,000 and liabilities increase by $12,000, capital must increase by the difference: $20,000 - $12,000 = $8,000.
2405
What is the standard formula for the basic accounting equation?
The basic accounting equation, which serves as the foundation for the double-entry bookkeeping system, states that a company's total assets must always equal the sum of its liabilities and owner's equity (capital). This ensures that every transaction is recorded in a balanced manner.
2406
When a business receives cash from a debtor, which two accounts are primarily affected?
The receipt of cash from a debtor increases the cash asset account and simultaneously decreases the accounts receivable (debtors) asset account. This transaction represents the settlement of an outstanding balance, maintaining the accounting equation balance by shifting value between two asset categories.
2407
What is the fundamental equation used in accounting?
The fundamental accounting equation, often referred to as the balance sheet equation, states that Assets = Liabilities + Owner's Equity (Capital). This equation serves as the basis for the double-entry bookkeeping system, ensuring that the total value of all assets owned by a business is always balanced by the claims against those assets by creditors and owners.
2408
Calculate the total capital of the firm given the following: Fixed assets £18,700, stock £4,300, debtors £2,800, cash at bank £1,000, and creditors £2,450.
Using the accounting equation (Assets = Liabilities + Capital), we first sum the assets: £18,700 + £4,300 + £2,800 + £1,000 = £26,800. Subtracting the liabilities (£2,450) from the total assets (£26,800) results in a capital value of £24,350. Note: The provided answer £24,450 appears to be a calculation error in the source material.
2409
What is the fundamental accounting equation that serves as the basis for the double-entry bookkeeping system?
The fundamental accounting equation states that Assets = Liabilities + Equity (or Capital). This equation must always remain in balance because every transaction affects at least two accounts, ensuring that the total value of what a business owns (assets) is always equal to the total claims against those assets by creditors (liabilities) and owners (capital).
2410
What is the impact on the accounting equation when an owner introduces fresh capital into the business?
When fresh capital is introduced, the business receives cash (an asset) and the owner's claim on the business (equity) increases. According to the accounting equation (Assets = Liabilities + Equity), both sides of the equation increase by the amount of the capital injection, maintaining the balance.