Answer:
The adjusting entry Fred should make on December 31, the end of the accounting period:
b. Debit : Insurance Expense 6,000 Credit: Prepaid Insurance 6,000
Explanation:
On October 1, Fred Company paid $48,000 for a two-year insurance policy, ($2,000 per month)
From October 1 to December 31, Fred Company has used the insurance for 3 months.
Insurance Expense = $2,000 x 3 = $6,000
The adjusting entry Fred should make on December 31, the end of the accounting period:
Debit Insurance Expense $6,000
Credit Prepaid Insurance $6,000