Answer:
$2,288,740
Explanation:
Preparation of a retained earnings statement for the year ended December 31, 2020
RETAINED EARNINGS STATEMENT
For the Year Ended December 31, 2020
Retained earnings, January 1, as reported $715,700
Correction for overstatement of expenses in
prior period (net of tax) $88,840
Retained earnings, January 1, as adjusted $804,540
($715,700+$88,840)
Add Net income $1,567,700
Less Cash dividends ($83,500)
Retained earnings, December 31 $2,288,740
($804,540+$1,567,700-$83,500)
Therefore retained earnings statement for the year ended December 31, 2020 will be $2,288,740
