Question

ABC Corporation was organized on Jan 1, 2020. The firm was authorized to issue 100,000 shares of $1 par common stock. During 2020, ABC Corporation has the following transactions relating to shareholder’s equity:a.Issued 10,000 shares of common stock at $3 per share. b. The board of directors declared dividends of $30,000c.Paid dividends to common shareholders of $30,000. d. Purchased 500 shares of treasury stock at $12 per share

Answer 1

Answer:

The journal entries are required with corresponding effect on retained earnings;

Explanation:

a. Cash  10,000*3    Dr.$30,000

   Common Stocks 10,000*1   Cr.$10,000

  Paid in Capital-Common Stocks 10,000*(3-1) Cr.$20,000

b. Dividend Expense   Dr.$30,000

    Dividend Payable    Cr.$30,000

c. Dividend Payable  Dr.$30,000

   Cash                       Cr.$30,000

d. Treasury stock    500*12 Dr.$6,000

    Cash                                 Cr.$6,000

The retained earnings  will reduce by the dividend amount of $30,000 declared and paid.