Practice mode Accounting

When total debits equal total credits, a trial balance confirms only ____ and does not prove that no errors were made in recording and posting. What fills the blank?

Correct answer D. Arithmetic accuracy

Explanation

A balanced trial balance shows that debits and credits are mathematically equal, but errors of omission, commission or principle can still exist without disturbing that equality.

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