Steps in the Accounting Cycle

Rearrange the following steps in the accounting cycle in proper sequence:

a. Transactions are analyzed and recorded in the journal.	1
b. An unadjusted trial balance is prepared.	2
c. Transactions are posted to the ledger.	3
d. Adjustment data are assembled and analyzed.	4
e. An adjusted trial balance is prepared.	5
f. Adjusting entries are journalized and posted to the ledger.	6
g. An optional end-of-period spreadsheet is prepared.	7
h. A post-closing trial balance is prepared.	8
i. Financial statements are prepared.	9
j. Closing entries are journalized and posted to the ledger.	1