Answer:
A) Cash (debit) 180,000; Common stock (credit) 150,000; Additional paid-up capital-common stock (credit) 30,000 - Debit - Credit = 0
B) Cash (debit) 255,000; Preferred stock (credit) 250,000; Additional paid-up capital-preferred stock (credit) 5,000 - Debit - Credit = 0
C) Cash (debit) 900,000; Common stock (credit) 600,000; Additional paid-up capital-common stock (credit) 300,000 - Debit - Credit = 0
Explanation:
In Eastport Inc.´s case all 3 situations are similar, shares (Stockholders´Equity) increased, so credits in 4 accounts, according to the type of shares that are issued, must be registered: Common stock, Preferred stock, Additional paid-up capital-common stock, Additional paid-up capital- preferred stock. We will recognize the par value and stated value of the shares and the difference between this and the price paid by shareholders will be recognized as additional paid-up capital. Also, cash (Asset) is received as payment for the shares so a debit must be registered in the account Cash.
Answer:
The best question to ask the CEO's personal assistant while you are waiting for the CEO is:
Could you tell me about your work environment?
Explanation:
This question will enable you to build rapport with the personal assistant and to learn more about the organization. It will expose the personal assistant's job satisfaction level, the job setting, and social features, including physical conditions for a worker at the organization to fulfill her responsibilities. The question will also expose the general employee feelings of wellbeing, workplace relationships, productivity efficiency, and employee health. It will expose the organization culture, which is an important determinant of organizational success.
Answer:
1. Acquired cash from the issue of common stock. - Assets (I) Liabilities (NA) Equity (I)
2. Paid cash to reduce the principal on a bank note. - Assets (D) Liabilities (D) Equity (NA)
3. Sold land for cash at an amount equal to its cost. - Assets (NA) Liabilities (NA) Equity (NA)
4. Provided services to clients for cash. - Assets (I) Liabilities (NA) Equity (I)
5. Paid utilities expenses with cash. - Assets (D) Liabilities (NA) Equity (D)
6. Paid a cash dividend to the stockholders. - Assets (D) Liabilities (NA) Equity (D)
Explanation:
The accounting equation shows the relationship between the elements of a balance sheet which are assets liabilities and equity. This may be expressed mathematically as
Assets = Liabilities + Equity
While assets include fixed assets, cash, inventories, account receivables etc, liabilities include accounts payable, loans payable, accrued expenses etc.
Equity which represents the amount owed to the owners of the business includes retained earnings (which is the accumulation of the net income/loss over the years less dividends paid) and common shares.
