Jason Is One of 100 Shareholders in Jace Corporation

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Essay

Jason is one of 100 shareholders in Jace Corporation.The remaining 99 shareholders are unrelated individual U.S.residents.During the year, Jason gave several of his shares in Jace Corp.to his brother as a birthday present and to his best friend, Hal (unrelated to all shareholders in Jace Corp.), as a wedding present.After these gifts, Jace Corp.has 102 shareholders.Is Jace Corp.prohibited from electing to become an S corporation? Explain.

Understand the impact of stock and cash dividends on shareholders' equity and total assets.

Comprehend the non-impact of stock splits and some dividends on retained earnings.

Identify the correct journal entries for dividend declarations and payments.

Grasp the concept and effects of stock splits on share structure and marketability.

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