27th Edition

ISBN: 9781337272117

Author: WARREN, Carl S.; Reeve, James M.; Duchac, Jonathan

Publisher: South-Western College Pub

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Chapter 15, Problem 15.18EX

Balance sheet presentation, trading investments

The income statement for Delta-tec Inc. for the year ended December 31, Year 2, was as follows:

Delta-tec Inc. Income Statement (selected items) For the Year Ended December 31, Year 2
Income from operations	$299,700
Gain on sale of investments	17.800
Unrealized loss on trading investments	(72.500)
Net income	$245.000

The balance sheet dated December 31, Year 1, showed a Retained Earnings balance of $825,000. During Year 2, the company purchased trading investments for the first time at a cost of $346,000. In addition, trading investments with a cost of $66,000 were sold at a gain during Year 2. The company paid $65,000 in dividends during Year 2.

a. Determine the December 31, Year 2, Retained Earnings balance.

b. Provide the December 31. Year 2, balance sheet presentation for Trading Investments.

Definition Definition Financial statement that provides a snapshot of an organization's financial position at a specific point in time. It summarizes a company's assets, liabilities, and shareholder's equity, detailing what the company owns, what it owes, and what is left over for its owners. The balance sheet serves as a crucial tool to assess the financial health and stability of a company, as well as to help management make informed decisions about its future investments and financial obligations.

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Accounting, Chapters 14-26

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Solution Summary: The author explains that trading securities are short-term investments in debt and equity securities with an intention of trading and earning profits due to changes in market prices.

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