The Smith Corp

question 109

Multiple Choice

The Smith Corp.began business this year and entered into the following transactions during the year.The company issued common stock in exchange for cash of $20,000 from stockholders,borrowed $10,000 from a bank,bought $3,000 of inventory on account,and purchased $8,000 of equipment by paying $3,000 in cash and issuing a note for the remainder.What is the amount of total assets to be reported on the balance sheet at the end of the year?

• A) $26,000
• B) $30,000
• C) $32,000
• D) $38,000

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Definitions:

Production Orientation

A business approach that focuses on the efficiency of production and distribution processes rather than understanding and meeting the needs of the consumer.

Unit Costs

The total expense incurred by a company to produce, store, and sell one unit of a particular product or service.

Merchandising

The activities involved in acquiring particular goods and services and making them available at the places, times, prices, and quantities that enable a retailer to achieve its goals.

Bartering

An exchange of goods or services between parties without the use of money.