During 2020, Rumbo Corporation had cash and credit sales of $21,760 and $15,225, respectively. The company also collected accounts receivable of $9,765 and incurred operating expenses of $27,700, 80% of which were paid during the year.  In addition, Rumbo prepaid $4,500 for an 18-month advertising campaign that began September 30.  Rumbo’s accrual basis net income (loss) for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2020, was: a $14,075  b $9,285  c $8,535 d ($775)

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During 2020, Rumbo Corporation had cash and credit sales of $21,760 and $15,225, respectively. The company also collected accounts receivable of $9,765 and incurred operating expenses of $27,700, 80% of which were paid during the year.  In addition, Rumbo prepaid $4,500 for an 18-month advertising campaign that began September 30.  Rumbo’s accrual basis net income (loss) for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2020, was:

a $14,075 
b $9,285 
c $8,535
d ($775)

 

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Net Income (Loss) = Total Sales - Operating Expenses 

 

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Since Accrual basis of accounting is followed, both income and expenses relevant to the reporting period are recognized as and when they are incurred.

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