Wakefield Company Discovered the Following Errors Made in January 2018

question 103

Essay

Wakefield Company discovered the following errors made in January 2018.
1. A payment of salaries expense of $900 was debited to Equipment and credited to Cash, both for $900.
2. A collection of $2,000 from a client on account was debited to Cash $200 and credited to Service Revenue $200.
3. The purchase of equipment on account for $680 was debited to Equipment $860 and credited to Accounts Payable $860.
Instructions
Correct the errors by reversing the incorrect entry and preparing the correct entry.

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Definitions:

Interest-Sensitive Goods

These are goods whose demand fluctuates in response to changes in interest rates, often because they involve large financial investments or credit to purchase.

Financial Crisis

A situation where financial assets suddenly lose a significant part of their nominal value, often leading to bankruptcies and economic downturns.

Regulatory Changes

Modifications or updates in laws and regulations that affect how businesses operate and compete.

Property Rights

The rights to use, control, and obtain the benefits from a good or resource.