The Balance Sheet of the Algonquin Company Reported Assets of $50,000

question 36

Multiple Choice

The balance sheet of the Algonquin Company reported assets of $50,000, liabilities of $22,000 and common stock of $15,000. Based on this information only, what is the amount of retained earnings?

• A) $7,000.
• B) $57,000.
• C) $13,000.
• D) $87,000.

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