A Merchandiser,following the Perpetual Inventory System,has the Following Transactions During

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A merchandiser,following the perpetual inventory system,has the following transactions during August,2019:
$$\begin{array} { l l l } \text { Date } & \text { Trarsaction } & \text { Amount } \\\hline \text { Aug. } 5 & \text { Purchased irventory on account } & \$ 300,000 \\\text { Aug. } 9 & \text { Paid for transportation of goods purchased } & 25,000 \\\text { Aug. 10 } & \text { Returned defective merchandise to the seller } & 20,000 \\\text { Aug. 15 } & \text { Paid for goods purchased on August 5 } & ?\end{array}$$ Credit terms of invoice are 2/15,n/45.Prepare journal entries for the above transactions.Omit explanations.

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Definitions:

Managerial Sense-Making

Refers to the process by which managers interpret and construct the meaning of events and data in the workplace, leading to informed decision-making.

Open Systems

Refers to systems that interact with their environment by exchanging information, material, or energy, demonstrating a level of dependence on external factors.

Resource Inputs

The resources (e.g., time, money, labor) that are required to produce goods or services in an organization.

Finished Goods

Products that have completed the manufacturing process and are ready to be sold to customers.