In comparing the canceled checks on the bank statement with the
entries in the accounting records, O'Brien Company found that check
number 4239 for May's rent was correctly written and drawn for
$9,855 but was erroneously entered in the accounting records as
$9,585.
When preparing the May bank reconciliation, the O'Brien Company
should:
Select one:
A. Deduct $270 from the bank statement balance
B. Add $270 to the book balance of cash
C. Add $270 to the bank statement balance
D. Deduct $270 from the book balance of cash
Answer: Option (B) Add $270 to the book balance of cash
The amount of $9855 which is to be paid was entered in accounting records as $9585 therefore the balance as per accounting record must have reduced by $270
Therefore to reconcile, the company will
Add $ 270 to the book balance of cash
In comparing the canceled checks on the bank statement with the entries in the accounting records,...
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