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27 July, 14:14

On April 1, 2016, the premium on a one-year insurance policy was purchased for $3,000 cash with the insurance coverage beginning on that date. The books are adjusted only at year-end. Which of the following correctly describes the effect on the financial statements of the December 31, 2016 adjusting entry? A. Prepaid insurance will decrease $750. B. Insurance expense will increase $750. C. Insurance expense will increase $2,250. D. Prepaid insurance will increase $2,250.

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  1. 27 July, 14:29
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    C. Insurance expense will increase $2,250

    Explanation:

    On April 1 2016, the following journal entry will be recorded in respect of the premium paid on a one year insurance policy:

    Debit Credit

    Prepaid Insurance $3,000

    Cash $3,000

    The year end given in this question is December 31, 2016 and the insurance premium is for one year and since the insurance premium is paid on April 1, 2016, therefore, only expense in respect of 9 months i. e. from April 1, 2016 to the December 31, 2016 will be recognised in this year. Remaining expense of three months will be recognised in the Year ended December 31,2017.

    The following Journal entry will be recorded in respect of insurance expense in accounts on December 31, 2016.

    Debit Credit

    Insurance expense (3,000*9/12) 2,250

    Prepaid Insurance 2,250

    So the answer will be C. Insurance expense will increase $2,250
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