Question

At the beginning of Year 1, a company reported a balance in common stock of $169,000 and a balance in retained earnings of $69,000. During the year, the company issued additional shares of stock for $59,000, earned net income of $49,000, and paid dividends of $11,900. In addition, the company reported balances for the following assets and liabilities on December 31. Assets Liabilities Cash $ 54,500 Accounts payable $ 16,100 Supplies 12,800 Utilities payable 6,200 Prepaid rent 33,500 Salaries payable 5,400 Land 295,000 Notes payable 34,000 Required: Prepare a statement of stockholders’ equity. Prepare a balance sheet.

Answer 1

Step-by-step explanation:

The statement of stockholder's equity comprises common stock and retained earnings. The ending balance after adjustment shown in the attached spreadsheet.

And, the balance sheet comprises of the assets and liabilities. With the help of the accounting equation, the total assets are equal to the total liabilities including stockholder's equity.

The preparation of the statement of stockholders’ equity and the balance sheet is presented in the spreadsheet. Kindly find the attachment below: