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)
