The journal entry to record a payment made in January for rent for the months of February and March would include

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The payment made in January for rent for the months of February and March represents a prepayment of rent. It is recorded as a debit to Prepaid Rent (an asset account) because it is a payment made in advance of the period to which it applies, and a credit to Cash (a decrease in assets). This option correctly reflects the accounting treatment for prepayment of rent.

The Journal Entry to Record a Payment Made in January