Scott's Camera Shop Started the Year with Total Assets of $100,000

question 110

Multiple Choice

Scott's Camera Shop started the year with total assets of $100,000 and total liabilities of $50,000. During the year, the business earned revenues of $200,000 and incurred expenses of $60,000. Scott made no capital contributions during the year, but did make withdrawals of $75,000. Calculate the amount of increase/decrease in Scott's equity for the year.

• A)$65,000 increase
• B)$115,000 increase
• C)$50,000 decrease
• D)$75,000 increase

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