Selected Transactions of the Carolina Company Are Listed Below

question 135

Essay

Selected transactions of the Carolina Company are listed below.
1. Common stock is sold for cash above par value.
2. Bonds payable are issued for cash at a discount.
3. Interest on a short-term note receivable is collected.
4. Merchandise is sold to customers for cash.
5. Cash is paid to purchase inventory.
6. Equipment is purchased by signing a 3-year, 10% note payable.
7. Cash dividends on common stock are declared and paid.
8. One hundred shares of Amazon.com common stock are purchased for cash.
9. Land is sold for cash at book value.
10. Bonds payable are converted into common stock.
Instructions
Classify each transaction as either (a) an operating activity, (b) an investing activity, (c) a financing activity, or (d) a noncash investing and financing activity.

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Definitions:

Inflation Rates

The rate at which the general level of prices for goods and services is rising, and, subsequently, purchasing power is falling.

Foreign Exchange Gain

A financial benefit resulting from changes in exchange rates, enhancing the value of foreign currency assets upon conversion.

Year-End

The conclusion of a fiscal year, marking the cutoff for financial reporting and the beginning of financial statement preparation for that period.

Invoice Price

The price listed on an invoice, representing the amount charged by the seller to the buyer for goods or services.