Hampton Company Is Trying to Decide Whether to Seek Liquidation

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Essay

Hampton Company is trying to decide whether to seek liquidation or reorganization. Hampton has provided the following balance sheet: Additional information is as follows:The investments are currently worth $13,000.It is estimated that $32,000 of the accounts receivable are collectible.The inventory can be sold for $74,000.The prepaid expenses and the intangible assets have no net realizable value.The land and building are currently valued at $250,000.The equipment can be sold for $60,000.Administrative expenses (not yet recorded) are estimated to be $12,500.Accrued expenses include $17,000 of salaries payable ($11,000 to one employee and $3,000 each to two other employees).Accrued expenses include $7,000 of unpaid payroll taxes.Prepare a schedule to show the amount of assets available for unsecured creditors after payment of liabilities with priority.

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