ACCOUNTING: TOOLS FOR BUSINESS WILEY PL
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Chapter I, Problem 1Q
To determine
Find the difference between gross pay and net pay.
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Explanation of Solution
Payroll
Payroll is a term which relates to both wages and salaries of employee.
Gross pay
An employee’s total compensation earned is called as gross pay.
Net pay
Employee’s total compensation earned minus payroll deduction is called as net pay.
Difference between gross pay and net pay is shown as follows:
Gross pay | Net pay |
Employee actual earnings are called as gross pay. | Gross pay minus payroll deductions (FICA taxes, Federal income taxes and State |
Table (1)
To determine
Find which amount should a company record as wages and salaries expense.
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Explanation of Solution
Gross pay should be recorded as wages and salaries expense.
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