21) Which one of the following statements concerning the accounting cycle is
incorrect?
a.The accounting cycle includes journalizing transactions and posting to ledger
accounts
b.The accounting cycle includes only one optional step
c.The steps in the accounting cycle are performed in sequence
d.The steps in the accounting cycle are repeated in each accounting period
22) Ban Co. purchased 50, 5% Waylan Company bonds for $50,000 cash plus
brokerage fees of $500. Interest is payable semiannually on July 1 and January 1 . The
entry to record the July 1 semiannual interest payment would include a
a.debit to Interest Receivable for $1,250
b.credit to Interest Revenue for $1,250
c.credit to Interest Revenue for $1,262.50
d.credit to Debt Investments for $1,262.50
23) The following information pertains to Ortiz Company. Assume that all balance
sheet amounts represent both average and ending balance figures. Assume that all sales
were on credit.
Assets
Cash and short-term investments$ 45,000
Accounts receivable (net)25,000
Inventory20,000
Property, plant and equipment 310,000
Total Assets$400,000
Liabilities and Stockholders Equity
Current liabilities$ 50,000
Long-term liabilities90,000
Stockholders equitycommon 260,000
Total Liabilities and Stockholders Equity$400,000
Income Statement
Sales$ 300,000
Cost of goods sold 66,000
Gross profit234,000
Operating expenses 27,000
Net income$ 207,000
Number of shares of common stock6,000
Market price of common stock$20
Dividends per share.50
What is the profit margin for Ortiz?
a.113%