Asked by Christopher Robin on Apr 30, 2024

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Which of the following would result if a business purchased Equipment with a 40% down payment and the rest on open account?

A) Equipment would increase and Cash would decrease.
B) Accounts Payable would increase.
C) Since the equipment has not been paid in full, there is nothing to record.
D) Both A and B are correct.

Open Account

It generally refers to a commercial credit line that allows for the purchase of goods and services without immediate payment, payable at a later date.

Down Payment

An initial payment made when purchasing a good or service, typically a percentage of the total price, with the remainder due later.

Equipment

Tangible items used in the operation or production process of a business.

  • Distinguish between different methods of asset acquisition (cash vs. credit).
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Zybrea KnightMay 04, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
When a business purchases equipment with a 40% down payment and the rest on open account, Equipment (an asset) increases by the full purchase price, Cash decreases by the amount of the down payment, and Accounts Payable increases by the remaining balance, reflecting the obligation to pay the seller in the future. Therefore, both A and B are correct.