Review the following statements and determine which is (are) correct regarding an adjusted trial balance and how it is used In preparing financial statements. (Check all that apply.) Multiple select question. The adjusted trial balance includes all accounts and balances appearing in financial statements. The ending Retained Earnings account balance on the balance sheet is taken directly from the adjusted trial balance. Financial statements are easier to prepare using the adjusted trial balance than the general ledger. The balance sheet is the first financial statement prepared. The ending Retained Earnings account balance on the balance sheet is transferred from the statement of retained earnings. The income statement is the first financial statement prepared after preparing the adjusted trial balance.

The Correct Statements regarding an adjusted trial balance and its use in preparing financial statements are:

1. The adjusted trial balance includes all accounts and balances appearing in financial statements.

3. Financial statements are easier to prepare using the adjusted trial balance than the general ledger.

5. The ending Retained Earnings account balance on the balance sheet is transferred from the statement of retained earnings.

6. The income statement is the first financial statement prepared after preparing the adjusted trial balance.

Explanation:

a) The above answers leave the following incorrect statements about the adjusted trial balance:

2. The ending Retained Earnings account balance on the balance sheet is taken directly from the adjusted trial balance.

4. The balance sheet is the first financial statement prepared.

b) In conclusion, the adjusted trial balance, which lists the general ledger account balances, is compiled after considering period-end adjustment entries, in line with the accrual concept and the matching principles of generally accepted accounting principles.