If the total debits and the total credits of a trial balance are not equal, the error could be due to:
A) recording the same transaction twice.
B) recording both the debit and credit of the journal entry for the same incorrect amount.
C) an error in determining an account balance.
D) forgetting to record a transaction.

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

An error in determining an account balance can cause the totals of debits and credits in a trial balance to be unequal, as it directly affects the accuracy of the account balances used in the trial balance.

If the Total Debits and the Total Credits of a Trial