At January 1, 2020, Baker Corp. reported retained earnings of $2 million. In 2020, Baker discovered that

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At January 1, 2020, Baker Corp. reported retained earnings of $2 million. In 2020, Baker discovered that 2019 depreciation expense was understated in error by $500,000. In 2020, net income was $800,000 and dividends declared were $195,000. The tax rate is 25%. Baker follows ASPE, and the deferred taxes method of accounting for income taxes. 

(a) Prepare a 2020 statement of retained earnings for Baker Corp. 

(b) Briefly explain how your answer would change if Baker were to follow IFRS.

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Intermediate Accounting Volume 2

ISBN: 9781119497042

12th Canadian Edition

Authors: Donald E. Kieso, Jerry J. Weygandt, Terry D. Warfield, Irene M. Wiecek, Bruce J. McConomy

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