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WAEC Accounting 2022 Objective — Question 27

Question 27 of 50 from the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) Accounting 2022 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.

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Provision for doubtful debts is made in conformity with

  • A. materiality concept
  • B. prudence conceptCorrect
  • C. money measurement concept
  • D. business entity concept

Explanation

The prudence (conservatism) concept requires an accountant to anticipate possible losses (such as doubtful debts) so as not to overstate profit or assets.

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