Asked by Rahaf Aldabain on May 09, 2024

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The adjustment for salaries is necessary:

A) because the employer did not have enough cash to write the paychecks.
B) to recognize the revenue in the period earned.
C) to recognize the expense in the period incurred.
D) only in the month of a holiday.

Salaries

Regular payments made to employees for performing their jobs, typically expressed as an annual amount but paid in smaller increments such as monthly or bi-weekly.

Expense Incurred

A cost that has been realized during the performance of business activities, pending payment or already paid.

Revenue Earned

Income received by a company from its business activities, such as sales of products or services.

  • Gain insight into the effects of changes on financial statements.
  • Acquire knowledge of the double-entry system principle when adjusting journal entries.
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Isabella DarrahMay 12, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
Adjusting for salaries is necessary to recognize the expense in the period it was incurred, ensuring that financial statements reflect the true costs associated with the period in question, regardless of when the cash payment is made. This aligns with the accrual basis of accounting.