Accounting
Finance
Christmas Trivia
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Mr. Dietrich
100

What is the fundamental accounting equation?

A = L + OE

100

What does the P stand for in the simple interest formula?

Principle

100

Three of Santa’s reindeer’s names begin with the letter “D.” What are those names?

Dancer, Dasher, and Donner

100

How long is an Olympic swimming pool (in meters)?

50 m

100

How many kids does Mr. Dietrich have?

2

200

What is the formula to calculate Net Income?

Net Income = Revenue - Expenses

200

What type of loan comes with the highest interest rate (mortgages, auto loan or credit card)? 

Credit Card

200

When does Christmas come before Thanksgiving?

In the dictionary.

200

Which bone are babies born without?

Knee cap or patella

200

What Australian city did Mr. Dietrich live abroad in?

Melbourne

300
John Smith purchased his office building for $200 000. Current market value is $400 000. John wants to list the office building for $400 000 on his Balance Sheet. What GAAP principle would he be violating? 

Cost Principle

300

We are going to look into two types of interest in this unit. The first is simple interest the second is_________?

Compound Interest

300

What was the highest grossing Christmas movie of all time?

Home Alone

300

What is the only living organism you can see from outer space? 

The great barrier reef

300

What was the minimum wage, when Mr. Dietrich had his first job (within $0.50 is acceptable)?

$6.85

400

What does GAAP stand for?

Generally Accepted Accounting Principles 

400

Joanne borrowed money for a 9 month period. Calculate the 't' that would be used for the simple interest formula. 

t = 0.75

400

What was the first company that used Santa Claus in advertising?

Coca-Cola

400

What country has the largest land mass?


Russia

400

How many continents has Mr. Dietrich visited?

5

500

Jasmine Smith bought a personal boat and needs to keep it separate from her business expenses. What GAAP principle must she follow?

Business Entity Concept

500

Jane was selling her new sneakers on Shark Tank. She asked for a $500 000 investment in return for 20% stake in her business. What does she think her business is worth? 

$2.5 million or $2 500 000

500

Which country started the tradition of putting up a Christmas tree?

Germany

500

How many countries are there on planet Earth?

195

500

What year was Mr. Dietrich born?

1987

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