Practice - Marshalling of the Balance Sheet
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Practice Questions
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What does 'marshalling' refer to in accounting?
💡 Hint: Think about how we order the items for clarity.
Name the two types of marshalling.
💡 Hint: Think about liquidity and maturity.
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What does marshalling help achieve in a balance sheet?
💡 Hint: Consider the purpose behind organizing information.
True or False: Liquid assets come first in marshalling.
💡 Hint: Think about the nature of cash.
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Challenge Problems
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You own a small business with the following financials:
- Cash: $10,000
- Machinery: $25,000
- Loan due in 3 years: $15,000
- Accounts payable: $2,000
Organize them based on marshalling principles.
💡 Hint: Remember the rules of liquidity and maturity.
Explain the importance of proper marshalling in the case of investors evaluating company performance.
💡 Hint: Consider how clear communication affects stakeholder decisions.
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