DATE Account Titles and Explanation REF. DEBIT CREDIT
2014
12 3 Allowance for Doubtful Accounts 113 3700
Accounts Receivable–Iwanaga Plumbing and Heating 112/190 3700
To record the write-off of an
account due to bankruptcy.
12 9 Payroll Tax Expense 730 3 5 0
FICA Taxes Payable 214 3 5 0
Inventory 120 3550
To record defective copper tubing returned
to supplier.
12 17 Notes Receivable 115 45200
Accounts Receivable–Bilder Construction 112/180 45200
Dividends Payable 250 8280
To record the declaration of a $1.80 per
share dividend to holders of record
on December 26, payable January 14, 2015
(6,300 shs – 1,700 shs = 4,600 shs ×$1.80 = $8,280)
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