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Test Your Business and Accounting Fundamentals Quiz

Challenge Yourself to Improve Accounting and Business Skills

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Which financial statement shows a company's revenues and expenses over a period?
Cash Flow Statement
Income Statement
Statement of Equity
Balance Sheet
The income statement reports revenues and expenses over a specific period, reflecting company performance. Other statements focus on assets and liabilities, cash flows, or equity movements.
In the accounting equation Assets = Liabilities + Equity, if assets total $100,000 and liabilities are $60,000, what is equity?
$100,000
$60,000
$40,000
$160,000
Equity is calculated as Assets minus Liabilities, so $100,000 minus $60,000 equals $40,000. This reflects owners' residual interest in the business.
Which of the following is classified as an expense?
Accounts Receivable
Depreciation Expense
Prepaid Insurance
Common Stock
Depreciation expense represents the allocation of an asset's cost over its useful life and is recorded as an expense. Common stock is equity, accounts receivable is an asset, and prepaid insurance is a current asset.
Under the double-entry system, recording a cash sale of $500 increases which two accounts?
Cash and Accounts Receivable
Cash and Inventory
Cash and Revenue
Revenue and Accounts Receivable
A cash sale increases the Cash account (asset) and the Revenue account (income). Inventory and receivables are not affected because the sale was for cash.
Which item is considered a current asset on the balance sheet?
Equipment
Patent
Inventory
Bonds Payable
Inventory is expected to be sold or used within one year, classifying it as a current asset. Equipment is a long-term asset, a patent is an intangible asset, and bonds payable are a liability.
Calculate the gross profit if a company reports revenue of $200,000 and cost of goods sold of $120,000.
$200,000
$120,000
$80,000
$320,000
Gross profit is calculated as Revenue minus Cost of Goods Sold, so $200,000 minus $120,000 equals $80,000. This measures profitability before operating expenses.
Which ratio measures a company's ability to cover short-term obligations using only its most liquid assets?
Quick Ratio
Cash Ratio
Current Ratio
Debt Ratio
The cash ratio uses cash and cash equivalents divided by current liabilities, focusing solely on the most liquid assets. The current and quick ratios include other current assets.
Which accounting principle states that expenses should be matched with the revenues they help generate?
Cost Principle
Revenue Recognition Principle
Matching Principle
Full Disclosure Principle
The matching principle dictates that expenses be recorded in the same period as the revenues they relate to. This ensures accurate profit measurement for each period.
Under variable costing, which manufacturing cost is treated as a period expense rather than a product cost?
Fixed Manufacturing Overhead
Prime Cost
Variable Manufacturing Overhead
Direct Labor
Variable costing charges only variable manufacturing costs to product cost, while fixed manufacturing overhead is expensed in the period incurred. This differs from absorption costing.
A favorable materials cost variance occurs when actual material costs are:
Higher than standard cost
Equal to standard cost
Lower than standard cost
Unrelated to standard cost
A favorable variance means the actual cost was lower than the standard cost, indicating cost control. If actual costs exceed standard, the variance would be unfavorable.
The debt-to-equity ratio is calculated as:
Total Assets divided by Total Liabilities
Total Equity divided by Total Liabilities
Total Liabilities divided by Total Equity
Total Equity divided by Total Assets
Debt-to-equity ratio compares liabilities to equity by dividing total liabilities by total equity. It indicates the balance between debt and owners' investment in financing the company.
Which section of the cash flow statement shows dividends paid to shareholders?
Operating Activities
Equity Activities
Financing Activities
Investing Activities
Dividends paid are a financing cash outflow because they represent returning capital to shareholders. Operating and investing activities involve core operations and asset changes.
If budgeted expenses are $50,000 and actual expenses are $55,000, what is the variance and its classification?
$5,000 Neutral
-$5,000 Unfavorable
$5,000 Unfavorable
$5,000 Favorable
Actual expenses exceeding budgeted expenses by $5,000 results in an unfavorable variance. Favorable variances occur when actual costs are below budget.
Which financial ratio indicates operational efficiency by comparing net income to total assets?
Asset Turnover
Return on Equity
Return on Assets
Net Profit Margin
Return on Assets (ROA) is calculated as net income divided by total assets and measures how efficiently assets generate profit. Other ratios focus on equity or sales.
Which accounting principle requires that assets be recorded at their original purchase cost?
Cost Principle
Full Disclosure Principle
Revenue Recognition Principle
Matching Principle
The cost principle dictates that assets are recorded at historical cost on the balance sheet. It prevents reflecting unrealized gains or market fluctuations.
What is the break-even point in units if fixed costs are $50,000, price per unit is $25, and variable cost per unit is $15?
2,500 units
3,333 units
10,000 units
5,000 units
The unit contribution margin is $25 minus $15 = $10. Break-even units equal fixed costs divided by contribution margin, so $50,000 / $10 = 5,000 units.
If a company's current ratio is 2.5 and its quick ratio is 1.2, what does the difference most likely indicate?
A significant amount of inventory relative to other current assets
A shortage of cash to meet liabilities
Excess prepaid expenses
Overstated current liabilities
The current ratio includes inventory while the quick ratio excludes it. A large gap between the two ratios suggests substantial inventory holdings that may not be quickly liquidated.
Under the indirect method of the cash flow statement, which of the following adjustments increases net cash from operating activities?
Depreciation Expense
Increase in Accounts Receivable
Decrease in Accounts Payable
Gain on Sale of Asset
Depreciation expense is a non-cash charge added back to net income under the indirect method. Increases in receivables and decreases in payables reduce cash flow, and gains on sales are subtracted.
Calculate the return on investment (ROI) for a segment with operating income of $200,000 and average invested capital of $1,000,000.
20%
2%
0.2%
25%
ROI is calculated as operating income divided by invested capital, so $200,000 / $1,000,000 equals 0.20 or 20%. It measures the return generated on invested assets.
A company's revenue increases from $500,000 to $600,000 year-over-year. What is the percentage increase?
16.7%
20%
120%
83.3%
The percentage increase is calculated as (600,000 - 500,000) / 500,000 = 0.20, or 20%. This indicates the revenue growth rate between periods.
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Learning Outcomes

  1. Analyse financial statements to gauge company performance
  2. Apply basic accounting principles for accurate transaction recording
  3. Identify revenue, expense, and equity classifications
  4. Demonstrate cost accounting and budgeting techniques effectively
  5. Evaluate financial ratios for informed decision-making
  6. Master cash flow and income statement relationships

Cheat Sheet

  1. The Four Financial Statements - Think of the income statement, balance sheet, owner's equity statement, and cash flow statement as the four superheroes of corporate finance, each revealing a different power: profitability, stability, equity changes, and liquidity. Mastering these gives you a complete picture of a company's health. Ready for a deep dive? OpenStax: Financial Accounting Summary
  2. The Accounting Equation - Assets = Liabilities + Owner's Equity isn't just a math formula, it's the golden rule that keeps every balance sheet in check. Picture your company's resources on one side and the claims on those resources on the other. Once you've got this down, every journal entry will make sense! CliffsNotes: Accounting Equation
  3. Matching Principle - This principle ensures that expenses are recorded in the same period as the revenues they generate, so your profitability picture isn't blurry. Imagine tracking pizza delivery costs in the same month you sold the slices. That way, your profit margin reflects the real deal! Oklahoma4: Matching Principle
  4. Revenue vs. Expenses vs. Equity - Revenue is the cash your business brings in, expenses are the costs you splash out, and equity is what's left over for the owners. Knowing how these three dance together helps you interpret each financial statement without breaking a sweat. Mastering this trio means you'll speak "accountant" in no time! OpenStax: Revenue, Expenses & Equity
  5. Key Financial Ratios - Liquidity ratios like the current ratio show if a company can pay its bills, profitability ratios like profit margin reveal how well it turns sales into gains, and solvency ratios like debt-to-equity measure long-term stability. These quick calculations are your financial health check-up. Learn to run the numbers, and you'll spot strengths and weaknesses in a flash! CliffsNotes: Ratio Analysis
  6. Income Statement vs. Cash Flow Statement - The income statement tells the story of profit, but it can include non-cash items like depreciation. The cash flow statement, on the other hand, tracks real cash in and out. Comparing them lets you see if profit is backed up by actual cash - crucial for staying afloat! OpenStax: Cash Flows vs Profitability
  7. Cost Accounting Basics - Cost accounting involves tracking, recording, and analyzing the costs of producing goods or services so you can budget accurately and plan effectively. Think of it as a forensic investigation into every dollar spent. By mastering cost behavior, you'll help your company make smarter financial decisions! OpenStax: Cost Accounting
  8. Budgeting & Variance Analysis - Creating a budget is like setting a roadmap for your finances, and variance analysis is your GPS that flags detours when actual numbers stray from the plan. This technique helps you spot overspending or unexpected savings in real time. It's the ultimate tool for continuous improvement! OpenStax: Budgeting & Variance Analysis
  9. Going Concern Principle - This principle assumes that a business will continue operating for the foreseeable future, which affects how assets and liabilities are valued. If you didn't apply it, you'd have to mark everything at liquidation value - yikes! Keeping going concern in mind ensures more realistic reporting. Oklahoma4: Going Concern Principle
  10. Prudence (Conservatism) Principle - Prudence tells you to play it safe: don't overstate assets or income, and don't understate liabilities or expenses. This cautious approach helps your financial statements present a realistic, reliable view. It's your built-in risk advisor for trustworthy reporting! Oklahoma4: Prudence Principle
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