In 2014, Peter received a $5,000 bonus computed based on a percentage of profits In 2015, Peter's employer determined that 2014 profits have been incorrectly computed, and Peter has to refund the $5,000. Under the Claim of Right Doctrine, how is this event treated in 2014 and 2015?

In 2014, Peter received a $5,000 bonus computed based on a percentage of profits In 2015, Peter's employer determined that 2014 profits have been incorrectly computed, and Peter has to refund the $5,000. Under the Claim of Right Doctrine, how is this event treated in 2014 and 2015?

FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING

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Chapter1: Financial Statements And Business Decisions

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