If depreciation expense is completely omitted from the year-end accounts, which combination is normally shown?
Correct answer: A. Assets overstated and profit overstated
- A. Assets overstated and profit overstated
- B. Assets understated and profit understated
- C. Assets understated and liabilities overstated
- D. Assets overstated and liabilities understated
Explanation
Omitting depreciation leaves the asset carrying amount higher than it should be and avoids recording an expense. Consequently, both reported assets and profit are overstated, assuming no tax effect.
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