Which of the following errors is an error of omission?

Correct answer: C. The total of the sales journal has not been posted to the Sales Account

  • A. Sale of ` 100 was recorded in the Purchases Journal
  • B. Wages paid to Mohan have been debited to his account
  • C. The total of the sales journal has not been posted to the Sales Account
  • D. Repairs to buildings have been debited to buildings account

Explanation

Failing to post the sales journal total to the Sales Account omits the credit entry, so it is an error of omission. The other examples involve posting to the wrong account or using the wrong accounting classification.

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