A Corporation Purchases 10,000 Shares of Its Own $10 Par

question 157

Multiple Choice

A corporation purchases 10,000 shares of its own $10 par common stock for $35 per share, recording it at cost. What will be the effect on total stockholders' equity?

• A) increase, $100,000
• B) increase, $350,000
• C) decrease, $100,000
• D) decrease, $350,000

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Definitions:

Ending Inventory

The final value of goods available for sale at the end of an accounting period, calculated based on beginning inventory plus purchases minus cost of goods sold.

Safeguarding Inventory

The actions and practices involved in protecting inventory from loss, theft, or damage.

Restricted Areas

Zones within a workplace or public space that have limitations on access or use, typically for safety or security reasons.

Control Over Inventory

The processes and systems put in place by a business to ensure that its inventory is managed effectively and efficiently, preventing overstock and shortages.