Newland Company reported retained earnings at December 31, 2019, of $310,000. Newland had 200,000 shares of common stock outstanding at the beginning of 2020. Determine retained earnings balance. The following transactions occurred during 2020.
1. An error was discovered. In 2015, depreciation expense was recorded at $70,000, but the correct amount was $50,000.
2. A cash dividend of $0.50 per share was declared and paid.
3. A 5% stock dividend was declared and distributed when the market price per share was $15 per share.
4. Net income was $285,000.
Prepare a retained earnings statement for 2020.

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Answer:

Retained earnings = $345,000

Explanation:

Particulars                                                  Amount

Retained earnings December 31,2019     $310,000

Less: Cash dividend                                   $100,000

          (200000 * $0.50)

Less: Stock dividend                                   $150,000

         (200,000*5%*$15)                                              

                                                                    $60,000

Add: Net income                                        $285,000

Retained earnings                                     $345,000

  • The preparation of the retained earning statement for 2020 is presented below:

Retained earnings, December 31,2019 $310,000  

Less: Cash dividend -$100,000 ($200,000 × 0.50)

Less: Stock dividend -$150,000 ($200,000 × 5% × 15)

Add: Net income $285,000  

Retained earnings $345,000

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