Answer:
Explanation:
The beginning account balance is shown below:
Total cash = $195,000
Notes payable = $90,500
Common stock = $84,200
Since we compare the assets and liabilities amount, they are not equal. SO, the remaining amount should be recorded as a retained earning.
The remaining amount is shown below:
= Total cash - notes payable - common stock
= $195,000 - $90,500 - $84,200
= $20,000
The accounting equation is shown below:
Total assets = Total liabilities + Owner equity
By using this accounting equation, we can do the recording of each transaction.
1. Cash revenue is earned
It means cash balance is increased along with the retained earning balance is also increased.
2. Cash expenses are paid
It means cash balance is decreased along with the retained earning balance is also decreased.
3. The cash dividend is paid to the shareholders
It means cash balance is decreased along with the retained earning balance is also decreased.