Massachusetts Medical Society: Question 6

Question 6

 

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What is the primary difference between accrual accounting and modified cash accounting?

 

 

 

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In accrual accounting, current liabilities are defined as due within five years, whereas in modified cash accounting current liabilities are defined as due within one year 
 

 

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In modified cash accounting, revenue is recorded when the service is performed and in accrual accounting, revenue is recorded when the payment is received
 

 

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In accrual accounting, revenue is recorded when the service is performed and in modified cash accounting, revenue is recorded when the payment is received
 

 

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In modified cash accounting, income is equal to revenue minus expenses, whereas in accrual accounting expenses are not recorded
 

 

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