Question

The prepaid insurance account had a balance of $3,000 at the beginning of the year. The account was debited for $32,500 for premiums on policies purchased during the year, ending on March 31.Journalize the adjusting entry required under each of the following alternatives for determining the amount of the adjustment:
a. The amount of unexpired insurance applicable to future periods is $4,800
b. The amount of insurance expired during the year is $30,700. Refer to the Chart of Accounts for exact wording of account titles.

Answer 1

Answer:

A.  Date   Account Title                 Debit        Credit

                Insurance expense      $30,700

                ($3000+$32500-$4800)

                       Prepaid insurance                  $30,700

B.   Date   Account Title                Debit          Credit

                 Insurance expense     $30,700

                          Prepaid insurance                 $30,700