The Cash amount properly shown on the year-end balance sheet is the
A) Balance in the general ledger account before the year-end bank reconciliation
B) Balance per the year-end bank statement
C) Balance per the year-end bank statement less deposits in transit and plus outstanding checks
D) Balance in the general ledger account after entries from the year-end bank reconciliation have been posted
E) None of the above

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The correct cash amount to be shown on the year-end balance sheet is the balance in the general ledger account after entries from the year-end bank reconciliation have been posted. This ensures that all reconciling items have been accounted for, presenting the true cash balance.

The Cash Amount Properly Shown on the Year-End Balance Sheet