Question

Dr. Peabody recorded $6,820 in services provided to clients who make monthly payments. Which of the following statements is correct?
A. The dental revenues account is debited $6,820; accounts receivable is credited $6,820.
B. Accounts receivable is credited $6,820; the dental revenues account is credited $6,820.
C. Accounts receivable is debited $6,820; the dental revenues account is debited $6,820.
D. Accounts receivable is debited $6,820; the dental revenues account is credited $6,820.

Answer 1

Answer:

D. Accounts receivable is debited $6,820; the dental revenues account is credited $6,820.

Explanation:

The two accounts that are affected here are accounts receivables ( Assets) and the revenue account ( affects capital). The accounts receivable will increase as payment is expected at the end month. Since receivable are assets, an increase in receives is recorded as a debit of the account receivable account. $ 6,820 will be debited on the accounts receivables.

The services rendered increases the revenue to Dr. Peabody.  Revenue is considered a capital account because it increases the owner's equity. An increase in a capital account is credited. Dr. Peabody will credit the dental revenue account with $6,820.