A suspense account shows a debit balance of £150. Which single error could explain this balance?

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✓ Correct answer: B. Sales account overcast by £150 A suspense debit implies trial balance credits exceed debits. Overcasting Sales (a credit account) creates excess credits. This mismatch requires a balancing debit entry in the suspense account.

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