Astro Corporation was started with the issue of 5,500 shares of $11 par stock for cash on January 1, Year 1. The stock was issued at a market price of $20 per share. During Year 1, the company earned $68,450 in cash revenues and paid $45,862 for cash expenses. Also, a $4,800 cash dividend was paid to the stockholders.

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### Astro Corporation: Financial Overview for Year 1

**Background:**
Astro Corporation initiated its financial activities by issuing 5,500 shares of $11 par stock for cash on January 1, Year 1. The stock was issued at a market price of $20 per share. Over Year 1, the corporation generated $68,450 in cash revenues and encountered cash expenses totaling $45,862. Additionally, a cash dividend of $4,800 was disbursed to stockholders.

**Required Financial Statements:**
1. Income Statement
2. Statement of Changes in Stockholders' Equity
3. Balance Sheet
4. Statement of Cash Flows

#### Statement of Changes in Stockholders' Equity (For the Year Ended December 31, Year 1)

- **Beginning Common Stock:** $0
- **Issuance of Common Stock:** $96,000 
- **Ending Common Stock:** $96,000
- **Beginning Retained Earnings:** $0
- **Plus Net Income:** $22,588
- **Less Dividends:** $(4,800)
- **Ending Retained Earnings:** $17,788
- **Total Stockholders' Equity:** $113,788

**Note:** 
- The issuance of common stock incorrectly calculated, marked with an "X".
- Correct calculation considers issuance at market price versus par value.

#### Visual Elements:
There are visual indicators (checkmarks and an "X") used to signify correctness in the data entries. The "X" is used to identify an inaccuracy in the issuance of common stock.

This summary provides a concise view of Astro Corporation's equity changes over the fiscal year, indicating key financial activities and outcomes.
Transcribed Image Text:### Astro Corporation: Financial Overview for Year 1 **Background:** Astro Corporation initiated its financial activities by issuing 5,500 shares of $11 par stock for cash on January 1, Year 1. The stock was issued at a market price of $20 per share. Over Year 1, the corporation generated $68,450 in cash revenues and encountered cash expenses totaling $45,862. Additionally, a cash dividend of $4,800 was disbursed to stockholders. **Required Financial Statements:** 1. Income Statement 2. Statement of Changes in Stockholders' Equity 3. Balance Sheet 4. Statement of Cash Flows #### Statement of Changes in Stockholders' Equity (For the Year Ended December 31, Year 1) - **Beginning Common Stock:** $0 - **Issuance of Common Stock:** $96,000 - **Ending Common Stock:** $96,000 - **Beginning Retained Earnings:** $0 - **Plus Net Income:** $22,588 - **Less Dividends:** $(4,800) - **Ending Retained Earnings:** $17,788 - **Total Stockholders' Equity:** $113,788 **Note:** - The issuance of common stock incorrectly calculated, marked with an "X". - Correct calculation considers issuance at market price versus par value. #### Visual Elements: There are visual indicators (checkmarks and an "X") used to signify correctness in the data entries. The "X" is used to identify an inaccuracy in the issuance of common stock. This summary provides a concise view of Astro Corporation's equity changes over the fiscal year, indicating key financial activities and outcomes.
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