Comparing cash and accrual basis accounting for expenses The Pink Peonies Law Firm prepays for advertising in the local newspaper. On January 1, the law firm paid $3,000 for 10 months of advertising. How much advertising expense should Pink Peonies Law Firm record for the two months ending February 28 under the cash basis? accrual basis?

Comparing cash and accrual basis accounting for expenses The Pink Peonies Law Firm prepays for advertising in the local newspaper. On January 1, the law firm paid $3,000 for 10 months of advertising. How much advertising expense should Pink Peonies Law Firm record for the two months ending February 28 under the cash basis? accrual basis?

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