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A stockholder is an owner of one or more shares of a corporation.
A stockholder is an owner of one or more shares of a corporation.
True (A)
Owners' equity accounts for a corporation normally are listed under a major chart of accounts division titled Capital Stock.
Owners' equity accounts for a corporation normally are listed under a major chart of accounts division titled Capital Stock.
False (B)
Retained earnings are earnings distributed to stockholders.
Retained earnings are earnings distributed to stockholders.
False (B)
A dividends account has a normal debit balance and is increased by a debit.
A dividends account has a normal debit balance and is increased by a debit.
A dividends account has a normal debit balance and is increased by a debit.
A dividends account has a normal debit balance and is increased by a debit.
A group of persons elected by the stockholders to manage a corporation is called a board of directors.
A group of persons elected by the stockholders to manage a corporation is called a board of directors.
A board of directors distributes earnings of a corporation to stockholders by declaring a dividend.
A board of directors distributes earnings of a corporation to stockholders by declaring a dividend.
A declared dividend is classified as an expense.
A declared dividend is classified as an expense.
The accounts used to record the declaration of a dividend are Dividends Payable and Dividends Expense.
The accounts used to record the declaration of a dividend are Dividends Payable and Dividends Expense.
When a declared dividend is paid, Dividends is debited.
When a declared dividend is paid, Dividends is debited.
The purpose of a work sheet is to plan adjustments and summarize the information necessary to prepare financial statements.
The purpose of a work sheet is to plan adjustments and summarize the information necessary to prepare financial statements.
The Prepaid Insurance account is adjusted to show the value of insurance that has been used.
The Prepaid Insurance account is adjusted to show the value of insurance that has been used.
During a fiscal period, the amount of merchandise on hand increases and decreases.
During a fiscal period, the amount of merchandise on hand increases and decreases.
Most accounts needing adjustments at the end of a fiscal period have a related temporary account.
Most accounts needing adjustments at the end of a fiscal period have a related temporary account.
The risk of uncollectible accounts should be recorded as an expense in the same accounting period that the revenue is earned.
The risk of uncollectible accounts should be recorded as an expense in the same accounting period that the revenue is earned.
The account Allowance for Uncollectible Accounts is a contra account.
The account Allowance for Uncollectible Accounts is a contra account.
Many businesses use a percentage of total sales on account to estimate uncollectible accounts expense.
Many businesses use a percentage of total sales on account to estimate uncollectible accounts expense.
Assets that will be used for a number of years in the operation of a business are called current assets.
Assets that will be used for a number of years in the operation of a business are called current assets.
Accumulated depreciation is the depreciation expense that has been recorded since the purchase of a plant asset.
Accumulated depreciation is the depreciation expense that has been recorded since the purchase of a plant asset.
Federal income tax is an expense of a corporation.
Federal income tax is an expense of a corporation.
Flashcards
What is a Stockholder?
What is a Stockholder?
A stockholder is someone who owns one or more shares of stock in a corporation.
Is Capital Stock the only place for Owners' Equity?
Is Capital Stock the only place for Owners' Equity?
Capital Stock is a broad category that encompasses various equity accounts, but not all owners' equity accounts fall under it.
What are Retained Earnings?
What are Retained Earnings?
Retained earnings represent the accumulated profits of a corporation that haven't been distributed to stockholders.
Debit or Credit for Dividends Account?
Debit or Credit for Dividends Account?
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Who are the Board of Directors?
Who are the Board of Directors?
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How are Dividends Paid Out?
How are Dividends Paid Out?
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Is Declaring Dividends an Expense?
Is Declaring Dividends an Expense?
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What Accounts are Used When Declaring Dividends?
What Accounts are Used When Declaring Dividends?
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What Occurs When a Dividend is Paid?
What Occurs When a Dividend is Paid?
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What is a Worksheet?
What is a Worksheet?
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How is Prepaid Insurance Adjusted?
How is Prepaid Insurance Adjusted?
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Merchandise Changes During Accounting Period?
Merchandise Changes During Accounting Period?
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What's the Relationship of Accounts needing Adjustments?
What's the Relationship of Accounts needing Adjustments?
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When should Bad Debt be Accounted for?
When should Bad Debt be Accounted for?
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What is the Allowance for Uncollectible Accounts?
What is the Allowance for Uncollectible Accounts?
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How to Estimate Uncollectible Accounts?
How to Estimate Uncollectible Accounts?
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What are Current Assets?
What are Current Assets?
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What is Accumulated Depreciation?
What is Accumulated Depreciation?
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Is Federal Income Tax an Expense?
Is Federal Income Tax an Expense?
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Study Notes
Stockholders and Equity
- Stockholders are individuals or entities that own one or more shares of a corporation.
- Owners' equity is not solely listed under Capital Stock; this is a misconception.
- Retained earnings represent profits not distributed to stockholders.
Dividends
- A dividends account typically has a normal debit balance and is increased by a debit.
- The board of directors is responsible for managing a corporation and declaring dividends to distribute earnings.
- Declared dividends are not classified as expenses; they are distributions of earnings.
Financial Statements Preparation
- When a declared dividend is paid, the Dividends account is debited.
- The work sheet is essential for planning adjustments and summarizing information for financial statement preparation.
- Prepaid Insurance accounts are adjusted to reflect the value of insurance that has been used during a period.
Inventory and Adjustments
- Inventory levels fluctuate, increasing and decreasing throughout a fiscal period.
- Most accounts requiring adjustments at the end of a fiscal period have related temporary accounts.
Uncollectible Accounts and Depreciation
- Risks of uncollectible accounts should be expensed in the same period the related revenue is recognized.
- Allowance for Uncollectible Accounts is classified as a contra account, impacting the overall asset valuation.
- Businesses often use a percentage of total sales on account to estimate expenses related to uncollectible accounts.
Assets and Depreciation
- Assets intended for long-term use in a business are classified as non-current assets, not current assets.
- Accumulated depreciation represents the total depreciation expense that has been recorded since acquiring a plant asset.
- Federal income tax is categorized as an expense incurred by a corporation.
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This quiz covers key concepts in accounting related to stockholders, equity, and dividends. It explains the roles of stockholders, the nature of owners' equity, and the process of declaring and distributing dividends. Additionally, it delves into financial statements and inventory adjustments, providing a comprehensive overview of these fundamental topics.
