Question 17
Correction of Errors and Suspense AccountThe following errors were found after preparing the trial balance:
I. Rent paid ₦15,000 was posted to the rates account
II. Machinery purchased for ₦80,000 was debited to the repairs account
III. A sale of ₦12,000 was entered on both sides as ₦21,000
IV. The discount received of ₦3,000 was completely omitted
Which errors are errors of principle?
- A.I and III only
- B.II only
- C.I and II only
- D.III and IV only
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: B (II only)
Explanation
Debiting machinery (capital) to repairs (revenue) puts it in the wrong class of account: an error of principle. I is commission, III original entry, IV omission.