Stahl Consulting Started the Year with Total Assets of $60,000

question 70

Multiple Choice

Stahl Consulting started the year with total assets of $60,000 and total liabilities of $15,000. During the year, the business recorded $48,000 in catering revenues and $30,000 in expenses. Stahl issued stock of $9,000 and paid dividends of $15,000 during the year. The net income reported by Stahl Consulting for the year was:

• A) $3,000.
• B) $12,000.
• C) $18,000.
• D) $27,000.

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Definitions:

Income Statement

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Income Statement

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Balance Sheet

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