Overview Of Financial Statements

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    An income statement is a summary of the revenue generated and expenses paid during a given time period.

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    • False
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This quiz provides an overview of financial statements, focusing on understanding income statements, balance sheets, and key financial formulas. It assesses the ability to identify true statements about financial documents and solve practical problems like calculating breakeven points.

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  • 2. 

    An income statement is also known as a profit and loss statement.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    An income statement is indeed also known as a profit and loss statement. This financial statement provides a summary of a company's revenues, expenses, and net income over a specific period. It helps to determine the profitability and financial performance of a business. The terms "income statement" and "profit and loss statement" are often used interchangeably in the accounting and financial reporting context.

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  • 3. 

    When forecasting, it is important to consider the price per unit sold and the cost per unit sold.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    When forecasting, it is important to consider the price per unit sold and the cost per unit sold because these factors directly impact the profitability of a business. By analyzing the price per unit sold, businesses can determine the revenue they will generate from each unit sold. On the other hand, the cost per unit sold helps in determining the expenses incurred in producing and selling each unit. By considering both factors, businesses can accurately forecast their sales and make informed decisions regarding pricing, production, and overall profitability.

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    Liabilities + Owner's equity = Assets is the formula associated with the profit and loss statement.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    Liabilities + Owner's equity = Assets is the formula associated with the balance sheet. The profit and loss statement is another name for the income statement.

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    Revenues - Expenses = Net Income is the formula associated with the balance sheet.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    Revenues - Expenses = Net Income is the formula associated with the income statement.

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    Using the breakeven point formula, Y = A(x) - B(x), find the number of candy boxes that need to be sold in a month for the business to breakeven.  The boxes of candy sell for $0.25/box.  The variable cost is $0.15/box.  The business has a fixed cost monthly of $250. 

    • 250

    • 2500

    • 25000

    • None of the above.

    Correct Answer
    A. 2500
    Explanation
    Y = A(x) - B(x)
    Y= 250
    A = 0.25
    B = 0.15
    250 = 0.25(x) - 0.15(x)
    250 = 0.10(x)
    250/0.10 = 0.10(x)/0.10
    2500 = x

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