Which of the following will be debited if a business purchases goods on credit?

Correct answer: D. Purchases

  • A. Cash
  • B. Debtor
  • C. Creditor
  • D. Purchases

Explanation

A credit purchase increases purchases, so Purchases is debited, while the supplier or creditor is credited. Cash is not involved because payment has not yet been made.

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