The Following Errors Took Place in Journalizing and Posting Transactions

question 87

Essay

The following errors took place in journalizing and posting transactions:
a.
Dividends were recorded as a debit to Office Expense and a credit to Cash.
b.
Accounts receivable payment for $7,800 was recorded as a debit to Cash and a credit to Fees Earned.
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Journalize the entries to correct the errors. Omit the explanations.

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Definitions:

Conversion

A process in manufacturing or production where raw materials or components are transformed into finished goods.

FIFO Method

"First In, First Out" method, an inventory valuation approach where goods first added to the inventory are the first ones to be sold, affecting cost of goods sold and inventory valuation.

Cost Reconciliation

The process of analyzing and explaining the differences between the reported cost and the actual cost of manufacturing or production.

Work In Process

Stock comprising products that are currently being manufactured but are not yet finished.