CPA Accountant Review Questions

Category - Accounting

Which of the following is considered a contra account?
  1. Ken Tyler, Capital
  2. Cash
  3. Wages payable
  4. Wage expense
  5. Accumulated depreciation
Explanation
Answer - E - Accumulated depreciation is the only example provided that can be considered a contra account.

Key Takeaway: A contra account is an account that is used to offset another account, in this case, an asset that is being depreciated. It carries a credit balance.
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