Landess Corporation Currently Has 120,000 Shares Outstanding of $1 Par

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Essay

Landess Corporation currently has 120,000 shares outstanding of $1 par value common stock. The stock was originally issued for $12 per share. On March 15, the board of directors declares and distributes a 10% stock dividend when the stock is selling for $16 per share. Prepare the journal entry to record the stock dividend.

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Definitions:

Trading Securities

Marketable securities held by a firm with the intent of short-term trading for profit, which are classified as current assets on the balance sheet.

Accounting Principles

The foundational concepts and guidelines that govern the field of accounting, such as revenue recognition, matching principle, and full disclosure.

Extraordinary Item

Events or transactions that are both unusual in nature and infrequent in occurrence, impacting a company's financial position.

Selling Activities

Actions undertaken by a company to promote and sell its products or services, including advertising, sales promotions, and personal sales.