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Accounting Game Chapter 9
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Accounting Game Chapter 9

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What were some of the things the narrator got to do on their trip?

Order fancy desserts, eat at fancy restaurants, watch lots of television, see wild stuff, spend money

Why did the narrator decide to quit the lemonade business?

Because summer was ending and it was time to go back to school

What was the total tax liability for the summer?

$16.00

What does the FISH inventory system stand for?

<p>First In, Still Here</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should be done with the rotten lemons?

<p>Throw them out</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should be done about the lemons as far as accounting is concerned?

<p>Write them off</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does writing off the inventory reduce on the right side of the balance sheet?

<p>Earnings</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of organizing assets on a balance sheet in descending order of liquidity?

<p>The purpose is to show how quickly assets can be converted to cash.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the difference between book value and the selling price of fixed assets?

<p>If fixed assets are sold for more than book value, it is recognized as profit. If sold for less, it is recognized as a loss.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the net profit after taxes?

<p>The net profit after taxes is the remaining profit after income taxes have been deducted.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the income statement?

<p>The purpose of the income statement is to show the financial performance of a business over a specific period of time, including revenue, expenses, and net profit.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the total equity at the end of the summer?

<p>$45.00</p> Signup and view all the answers

How much cash do they have at the end of the summer?

<p>$18.00</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is there a difference between equity and cash?

<p>Because $27 in equity is tied up in the building and the wagon.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the order in which assets are organized on the balance sheet?

<p>In descending order of liquidity.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of writing off inventory on the Income Statement?

<p>Reduce ending inventory to zero and increase Cost of Goods Sold and decrease Gross Profit.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to accurately value inventory when buying or selling a business?

<p>Inventory value affects the overall value of the business and can impact decision-making.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are some indicators that inventory is old and not selling well?

<p>Dust, cobwebs, and lack of movement on the shelves.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is it recommended to seek expert help when determining the value of inventory in a business transaction?

<p>People can be creative in how they present their inventory, so an expert can provide an unbiased and accurate assessment.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the narrator's decision regarding the lemonade business for the summer?

<p>The narrator decided to quit the lemonade business, at least for this summer.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the total pretax earnings for the summer?

<p>The total pretax earnings for the summer were $64.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the total tax liability for the summer?

<p>The total tax liability for the summer was $16.00.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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