Ron and Tom Are Equal Owners in Robin Corporation

question 36

Multiple Choice

Ron and Tom are equal owners in Robin Corporation.On July 1,2010,each loans the corporation $20,000 at annual interest of 10%.Ron and Tom are brothers.Both shareholders are on the cash method of accounting,while Robin Corporation is on the accrual method.All parties use the calendar year for tax purposes.On June 30,2011,Robin repays the loans of $40,000 together with the specified interest of $4,000.How much of the interest can Robin Corporation deduct in 2010?

• A)$0.
• B)$1,000.
• C)$2,000.
• D)$4,000.
• E)None of the above.

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Definitions:

Financial Statement

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Owner's Equity

The residual interest in the assets of an entity after deducting liabilities, representing the ownership interest of shareholders in a company.

Ending Capital Balance

Ending capital balance is the amount of money a company has in its capital account at the end of a financial period after all financial transactions have been accounted for.

Beginning Capital Balance

The amount of capital at the start of a financial period before any transactions have been accounted for during the period.