Question

The adjusted trial balance of Novak Corporation at December 31, 2022 includes the following accounts: Retained Earnings $12,852; Dividends $5,100; Service Revenue $30,600; Salaries and Wages Expense $15,300; Insurance Expense $2,040; Rent Expense $4,590; Supplies Expense $510; and Depreciation Expense $1,020. Prepare a retained earnings statement for the year. (List items that increase retained earnings first.)

Answer 1

Answer and Explanation:

The preparation of the retained earnings is presented below:

Novak corporation

Statement of retained earnings

For the year ended Dec 31,2022

Particulars                                         Amount

Opening bal of retained earnings    $12,852

Add: Net income                                $7,140

($30,600 - $15,300 - $2,040 - $4,590 - $510 - $1,020)

Less: dividend paid                            -$5,100

Ending balance of retained earnings $14,892