Adjustments in Accounting

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These flashcards cover the types of adjustments necessary for transactions over multiple periods in accounting.

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Deferral of Expense

An adjustment for an expense that has been paid but not yet incurred.

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Deferral of Revenue

An adjustment for revenue that has been received but not yet earned.

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Accrued Expense

An adjustment for an expense that has been incurred but not yet paid.

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Accrued Revenue

An adjustment for revenue that has been earned but not yet received.

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Adjusting Entry

A journal entry made to update the balances in accounts at the end of a period.

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Three Step Process for Adjustments

  1. Determine current account balance. 2. Determine what it should equal. 3. Record an adjusting entry.