Following Is the Shareholders' Equity Section of the Balance Sheet

question 9

Multiple Choice

Following is the shareholders' equity section of the balance sheet of the Optimum Corporation: Share capital:
Common shares, 100,000 shares authorized,
The common shares are currently selling for $15.50 per share.
The entry to record the declaration of a $0.75 per share cash dividend includes:

• A) debit to Dividends Payable for $48,750
• B) credit to Common shares for $48,750
• C) debit to Retained Earnings for $48,750
• D) debit to Retained Earnings for $75,000

Explain the significance of profit margin and how it is calculated.

Distinguish between cash and accrual accounting principles.

Understand the concept of contra accounts and their use in financial reporting.

Analyze and prepare basic adjusting entries related to prepaid expenses, accrued expenses, and depreciation.

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Definitions:

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