Malcolm Inc. was incorporated on January 1, 2010, with the issuance of capital stock in return for
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Malcolm Inc. was incorporated on January 1, 2010, with the issuance of capital stock in return for $90,000 of cash contributed by the owners. The only other transaction entered into prior to beginning operations was the issuance of a $75,300 note payable in exchange for building and equipment. The following trial balance was prepared at the end of the first month by the bookkeeper for Malcolm Inc:
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1. Identify the two errors in the trial balance. Ignore depreciation expense and interest expense.
2. Prepare a corrected trialbalance.
Malcolm Inc. Trial Balance January 31, 2010 Account Titles Debits Credits S 9,980 8,640 80,000 50,000 23,500 Cash Accounts Receivable Land Building Equipment Notes Payable Capital Stock Service Revenue Wage and Salary Expense Advertising Expense Utilities Expense Dividends Totals $ 75,300 90,000 50,340 23,700 4,600 8.420 5,000 $220,640 $208,840
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Using Financial Accounting Information The Alternative to Debits and Credits
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Rectification of errors refers to the process of correcting mistakes or errors in accounting records to ensure that they accurately reflect the financial position of a business. There are several types of errors that can occur in accounting records, including errors of omission, errors of commission, errors of principle, compensating errors, errors of original entry, and errors of reversal. The process of rectifying errors involves identifying the error, determining the correct entry, and making the necessary adjustments to the books of accounts. The rectification of errors can be done by making journal entries, adjusting entries, or by creating a suspense account to temporarily hold the difference until the error is identified and corrected. The steps are; locate the error, determine the type of error, make the necessary corrections, and recheck the accounts. Rectification of errors is important to ensure the accuracy of financial statements, which are used by stakeholders to make important business decisions. Accurate accounting records are essential for making informed decisions, managing cash flows, and complying with legal and regulatory requirements.
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