Capes Corporation is a wholesaler of industrial goods. Data regarding the store's operations follow: • Sales are budgeted at $390,000 for November, $400,000 for December, and $380,000 for January. • Collections are expected to be 55% in the month of sale and 45% in the month following the sale. • The cost of goods sold is 80% of sales. • The company desires an ending merchandise inventory equal to 35% of the cost of goods sold in the following month. Payment for merchandise is made in the month following the purchase. • The November beginning balance in the accounts receivable account is $74,000. • The November beginning balance in the accounts payable account is $261,000.
Master Budget
A master budget can be defined as an estimation of the revenue earned or expenses incurred over a specified period of time in the future and it is generally prepared on a periodic basis which can be either monthly, quarterly, half-yearly, or annually. It helps a business, an organization, or even an individual to manage the money effectively. A budget also helps in monitoring the performance of the people in the organization and helps in better decision-making.
Sales Budget and Selling
A budget is a financial plan designed by an undertaking for a definite period in future which acts as a major contributor towards enhancing the financial success of the business undertaking. The budget generally takes into account both current and future income and expenses.


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