Peterson Corporation began its business on January 1, 201X. It sold at $35 per share 5,600 shares of no-par common stock with a stated value of $15 per share. The charter of Peterson indicated that 36,000 shares were authorized. Retained earnings were $55,000 on December 31. Prepare the stockholders' equity section for Peterson on December 31, 201X.

Peterson began its business on January 1, 201X. It sold at $35 per share 5,600 shares of no-par with a stated value of $15 per share. The charter of Peterson indicated that 36,000 shares were authorized. Retained earnings were $55,000 on December 31. Prepare the stockholders' equity section for Peterson on December 31, 201X.
Common Stock
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