The matching principle requires that:
ARevenue and related expenses be recognised in the same periodCORRECT
BAll cash receipts be revenue
CExpenses match income tax
DAssets equal liabilities
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Why the answer is A, and why the others tempt you.
Matching ensures expenses are recognised in the same period as the revenue they help generate.
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