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Preparing closing entries from an adjusted
Learning Objective 3
The adjusted trial balance of Stone Sign Company follow:
Adjusted trial balance for Stone Sign Company for January 31,201-5
Requirements
1.Assume Stone Sign Company has a January 31 year-end. Journalize Stone's closing entries at January 31.
2. How much net income or net loss did Stone Sign Company earn for the year ended January 31? How can you tell?
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