Question

During 2021, Terps Company issued 800,000 coupons which entitles the customer to a $5.00 cash refund when the coupon is submitted at the time of any future purchase. The company estimates that 70% of the coupons will be redeemed. 350,000 coupons had been processed during 2021. The company recognizes coupon expense in the period coupons are issued. At December 31, 2021, the company should report a liability for unredeemed coupons of:

Answer 1

$1,050,000

Step-by-step explanation:

Calculation to determine what the company should report as a liability for unredeemed coupons

Liability for unredeemed coupons =($800,000 x 0.70 ) - $350,000 ) x $5.00

Liability for unredeemed coupons=($560,000-$350,000)×$5.00

Liability for unredeemed coupons=$210,000x $5.00

Liability for unredeemed coupons=$1,050,000

Therefore At December 31, 2021, the company should report a liability for unredeemed coupons of:$1,050,000