Using accrual accounting rules, XYZ Co. places an order with ABC Co. on January 4, 2022. Does ABC record revenue on that date?
Using accrual accounting rules, XYZ Co. places an order with ABC Co. on January 4, 2022. Does ABC record revenue on that date?
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Transcribed Image Text:**Accrual Accounting and Revenue Recognition**
*Question:*
Using accrual accounting rules, XYZ Co. places an order with ABC Co. on January 4, 2022. Does ABC record revenue on that date?
**Options:**
- A. No
- B. Yes
- C. Only if ABC collects cash from its customer on that date
- D. Only if XYZ signs a firm contract with ABC
*Note: Accrual accounting is an accounting method where revenue and expenses are recorded when they are earned or incurred, regardless of when the cash transactions occur.*
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