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Option #1: Problem 3-3A, Exercise 4-9

This course requires that you complete one of the two Critical Thinking Options that covers material represented in this Module. These Critical Thinking Options are assignments where there is no time limit; however, the assignment must be completed in one sitting. You cannot leave the assignment and come back to it so please allow yourself enough time to complete all the questions. Note that you are only given one attempt to complete the Critical Thinking assignment so ensure that you are prepared.

The Critical Thinking Options #1 and #2 open at the start of the week in which they are scheduled. The Critical Thinking Option you choose is due by 11:59 PM MT on Sunday of the same week. Please refer to CSU Global late policy for Critical Thinking assignments if you have any questions on due dates.

Required: Complete the following activities:

Part A:

Complete Option #1 Critical Thinking in Connect that requires you to prepare adjusting entries, the adjusted trial balance, financial statements, closing entries, and the post-closing trial balance.

Part B: Written Component

You have been asked to share your thoughts on the importance of using the trial balance to prepare the financial statements. Prepare a PowerPoint presentation (5-7 slides) to your manager explaining the differences between the trial balance, the adjusted trial balance, and the post-closing trial balance. Include a discussion on why you must analyze these balances and how they are used to prepare the financial statements. Use “Speaker Notes” to describe the key points and submit the Speaker Notes as a Word Document.

1. Submit your written assignment to the Dropbox in Canvas.
2. You must follow APA guidelines with respect to use of subheadings, include a title page and reference page. Format your presentation according to APA guidelines in the CSU Global Writing Center (Links to an external site.).
3. Your 2-4 references must include the textbook and any additional credible academic references. All sources used, including your textbook must be referenced. Paraphrased and quoted material must have accompanying citations and cited per APA guidelines.
4. Review the grading rubric to understand how you will be graded on this assignment. Reach out to your instructor if you have questions about the assignment.

Option #2: Problem 3-3A, Exercise 4-10

This course requires that you complete one of the two Critical Thinking Options that covers material represented in this Module. These Critical Thinking Options are assignments where there is no time limit; however, the assignment must be completed in one sitting. You cannot leave the assignment and come back to it so please allow yourself enough time to complete all the questions. Note that you are only given one attempt to complete the Critical Thinking assignment so ensure that you are prepared.

The Critical Thinking Options #1 and #2 open at the start of the week in which they are scheduled. The Critical Thinking Option you choose is due by 11:59 PM MT on Sunday of the same week. Please refer to CSU Global late policy for Critical Thinking assignments if you have any questions on due dates.

Required: Complete the following activities:

Part A:

Complete Option #2 Critical Thinking in Connect that requires you to prepare adjusting entries, the adjusted trial balance, financial statements, closing entries, and the post-closing trial balance. 

Part B: Presentation Component

You have been selected as the team’s spokesperson for a presentation on the accounting cycle. Prepare a one-to-two-page PowerPoint presentation (5-7 slides) noting key points on the steps in the accounting cycle. Use “Speaker Notes” to describe the key points and submit the Speaker Notes as a Word Document.