Question

On January 1, Great Designs Company had a debit balance of $1,985 in the office supplies account. During the month, Great Designs purchased $463 and $420 of office supplies and journalized them to the asset account upon purchasing. On January 31, an inspection of the office supplies cabinet shows that only $518 of office supplies remains. Prepare the January 31 adjusting entry for office supplies. Jan 31

Answer 1

See explanation section.

Step-by-step explanation:

January 31 Supplies expense Debit 2,350

Office supplies Credit 2,350

Note: Calculation:

Beginning balance of Office Supplies + purchase - Ending balance of office supplies = Office supplies used

$1,985 + $463 + $420 - $518 = Office supplies used

Office supplies used = 2,350

To record the adjusting entry of office supplies.