Question

Global Corporation had 58,000 shares of $20 par value common stock outstanding on July 1. Later that day the board of directors declared a 20% stock dividend when the market value of each share was $28. The entry to record the dividend declaration is:_______.

Answer 1

Answer:

Jul-01

Dr Retained Earnings $324,800

Cr Common stock dividend distributable $232,000

Cr Paid-in capital in excess of par value - Common stock 92,800

Explanation:

Preparation of the journal entry to record the dividend declaration is:

Jul-01

Dr Retained Earnings $324,800

(58,000 shares x 20% x $28)

Cr Common stock dividend distributable $232,000

(58,000 shares x 20% x $20)

Cr Paid-in capital in excess of par value - Common stock 92,800

(58,000 shares x 20% x $8)