Question: Under what conditions must an employer accrue

> Bassinger Company purchases an oil tanker depot on January 1, 2012, at a cost of $600,000. Bassinger expects to operate the depot for 10 years, at which time it is legally required to dismantle the depot and remove the underground storage tanks. It is es

> Leppard Corporation sells DVD players. The corporation also offers its customers a 2-year warranty contract. During 2012, Leppard sold 20,000 warranty contracts at $99 each. The corporation spent $180,000 servicing warranties during 2012, and it estimate

> (a) In a troubled-debt situation, why might the creditor grant concessions to the debtor? (b) What type of concessions might a creditor grant the debtor in a troubled-debt situation?

> Schmitt Company must make computations and adjusting entries for the following independent situations at December 31, 2013. 1. Its line of amplifiers carries a 3-year warranty against defects. On the basis of past experience the estimated warranty costs

> What are compensated absences?

> Streep Factory provides a 2-year warranty with one of its products which was first sold in 2012. In that year, Streep spent $70,000 servicing warranty claims. At year-end, Streep estimates that an additional $400,000 will be spent in the future to servic

> You are the independent auditor engaged to audit Millay Corporation’s December 31, 2012, financial statements. Millay manufactures household appliances. During the course of your audit, you discovered the following contingent liabilities. 1. Millay began

> Presented below are three independent situations. Answer the question at the end of each situation. 1. During 2012, Maverick Inc. became involved in a tax dispute with the IRS. Maverick’s attorneys have indicated that they believe it is probable that Mav

> Moleski Company includes 1 coupon in each box of soap powder that it packs, and 10 coupons are redeemable for a premium (a kitchen utensil). In 2012, Moleski Company purchased 8,800 premiums at 90 cents each and sold 120,000 boxes of soap powder at $3.30

> Calaf’s Drillers erects and places into service an off-shore oil platform on January 1, 2013, at a cost of $10,000,000. Calaf is legally required to dismantle and remove the platform at the end of its useful life in 10 years. Calaf estimates it will cost

> The financial statements of Marks and Spencer plc (M&S) are available at the book’s companion website or can be accessed at http://corporate.marksandspencer.com/documents/publications/2010/Annual_Report_2010. Instructions Refer to M&S’s financial statem

> Garison Music Emporium carries a wide variety of musical instruments, sound reproduction equipment, recorded music, and sheet music. Garison uses two sales promotion techniques—warranties and premiums—to attract customers. Musical instruments and sound e

> Discuss the accounting treatment or disclosure that should be accorded a declared but unpaid cash dividend; an accumulated but undeclared dividend on cumulative preferred stock; a stock dividend distributable.

> What are the general rules for measuring gain or loss by both creditor and debtor in a troubled debt restructuring involving a settlement?

> Hincapie Co. manufactures specialty bike accessories. The company is most well known for its product quality, and it has offered one of the best warranties in the industry on its higher-priced products—a lifetime guarantee. The warranty on these products

> Polska Corporation, in preparation of its December 31, 2012, financial statements, is attempting to determine the proper accounting treatment for each of the following situations. 1. As a result of uninsured accidents during the year, personal injury sui

> Selzer Equipment Company sold 500 Rollomatics during 2012 at $6,000 each. During 2012, Selzer spent $30,000 servicing the 2-year warranties that accompany the Rollomatic. All applicable transactions are on a cash basis. Instructions (a) Prepare 2012 ent

> Buchanan Company recently was sued by a competitor for patent infringement. Attorneys have determined that it is probable that Buchanan will lose the case and that a reasonable estimate of damages to be paid by Buchanan is $300,000. In light of this case

> Winslow Company sold 150 color laser copiers in 2012 for $4,000 apiece, together with a one-year warranty. Maintenance on each copier during the warranty period averages $300. Instructions (a) Prepare entries to record the sale of the copiers and the re

> Scorcese Inc. is involved in a lawsuit at December 31, 2012. (a) Prepare the December 31 entry assuming it is probable that Scorcese will be liable for $900,000 as a result of this suit. (b) Prepare the December 31 entry, if any, assuming it is not proba

> Kobayashi Corporation reports in the current liability section of its statement of financial position at December 31, 2012 (its year-end), short-term obligations of $15,000,000, which includes the current portion of 12% long-term debt in the amount of $1

> On November 24, 2012, 26 passengers on Windsor Airlines Flight No. 901 were injured upon landing when the plane skidded off the runway. Personal injury suits for damages totaling $9,000,000 were filed on January 11, 2013, against the airline by 18 injure

> Under what conditions should a short-term obligation be excluded from current liabilities?

> The following situations relate to Bolivia Company. 1. Bolivia provides a warranty with all its products it sells. It estimates that it will sell 1,000,000 units of its product for the year ended December 31, 2012, and that its total revenue for the prod

> What are the types of situations that result in troubled debt?

> Sycamore Candy Company offers a CD single as a premium for every five candy bar wrappers presented by customers together with $2.50. The candy bars are sold by the company to distributors for 30 cents each. The purchase price of each CD to the company is

> Allison Hardware Company’s payroll for November 2012 is summarized below. At this point in the year, some employees have already received wages in excess of those to which payroll taxes apply. Assume that the state unemployment tax is

> Mayaguez Corporation provides its officers with bonuses based on net income. For 2012, the bonuses total $350,000 and are paid on February 15, 2013. Prepare Mayaguez’s December 31, 2012, adjusting entry and the February 15, 2013, entry.

> Kasten Inc. provides paid vacations to its employees. At December 31, 2012, 30 employees have each earned 2 weeks of vacation time. The employees’ average salary is $500 per week. Prepare Kasten’s December 31, 2012, adjusting entry.

> Presented below are two different situations related to Mckee Corporation debt obligations. Mckee’s next financial reporting date is December 31, 2012. The financial statements are authorized for issuance on March 1, 2013. 1. Mckee has a long-term obliga

> To stimulate the sales of its Alladin breakfast cereal, Loptien Company places 1 coupon in each box. Five coupons are redeemable for a premium consisting of a children’s hand puppet. In 2013, the company purchases 40,000 puppets at $1.50 each and sells 4

> The payroll of Delaney Company for September 2012 is as follows. Total payroll was $480,000, of which $140,000 is exempt from Social Security tax because it represented amounts paid in excess of $106,800 to certain employees. The amount paid to employees

> During the month of June, Danielle’s Boutique had cash sales of $265,000 and credit sales of $153,700, both of which include the 6% sales tax that must be remitted to the state by July 15. Instructions Prepare the adjusting entry that should be recorded

> The following two independent situations involve loss contingencies. Part 1 Benson Company sells two products, Grey and Yellow. Each carries a one-year warranty. 1. Product Grey—Product warranty costs, based on past experience, will normally be 1% of sal

> On December 31, 2012, Alexander Company had $1,200,000 of short-term debt in the form of notes payable due February 2, 2013. On January 21, 2013, the company issued 25,000 ordinary shares for $36 per share, receiving $900,000 proceeds after brokerage fee

> Explain how a non-consolidated subsidiary can be a form of off-balance-sheet financing.

> Alvarado Company sells a machine for $7,400 under a 12-month warranty agreement that requires the company to replace all defective parts and to provide the repair labor at no cost to the customers. With sales being made evenly throughout the year, the co

> How is present value related to the concept of a liability?

> Presented below is a note disclosure for Matsui Corporation. Litigation and Environmental: The Company has been notified, or is a named or a potentially responsible party in a number of governmental (federal, state and local) and private actions associat

> Dos Passos Company sells televisions at an average price of $900 and also offers to each customer a separate 3-year warranty contract for $90 that requires the company to perform periodic services and to replace defective parts. During 2012, the company

> Assume the facts in E13-5, except that Matthewson Company has chosen not to accrue paid sick leave until used, and has chosen to accrue vacation time at expected future rates of pay without discounting. The company used the following projected rates to a

> Sport Pro Magazine sold 12,000 annual subscriptions on August 1, 2012, for $18 each. Prepare Sport Pro’s August 1, 2012, journal entry and the December 31, 2012, annual adjusting entry.

> On February 1, 2013, one of the huge storage tanks of Viking Manufacturing Company exploded. Windows in houses and other buildings within a one-mile radius of the explosion were severely damaged, and a number of people were injured. As of February 15, 20

> Brooks Corporation sells computers under a 2-year warranty contract that requires the corporation to replace defective parts and to provide the necessary repair labor. During 2012, the corporation sells for cash 400 computers at a unit price of $2,500. O

> Matthewson Company began operations on January 2, 2012. It employs 9 individuals who work 8-hour days and are paid hourly. Each employee earns 10 paid vacation days and 6 paid sick days annually. Vacation days may be taken after January 15 of the year fo

> At December 31, 2012, Burr Corporation owes $500,000 on a note payable due February 15, 2013. (a) If Burr refinances the obligation by issuing a long-term note on February 14 and using the proceeds to pay off the note due February 15, how much of the $50

> Describe the accounting entry for a stock dividend, if any. Describe the accounting entry for a stock split, if any.

> A company proposes to include in its SEC registration statement a balance sheet showing its subordinate debt as a portion of stockholders’ equity. Will the SEC allow this? Why or why not?

> Andretti Inc. issued $10,000,000 of short-term commercial paper during the year 2012 to finance construction of a plant. At December 31, 2012, the corporation’s yearend, Andretti intends to refinance the commercial paper by issuing long-term debt. Howeve

> Under what conditions should a provision be recorded?

> Below is a payroll sheet for Otis Import Company for the month of September 2012. The company is allowed a 1% unemployment compensation rate by the state; the federal unemployment tax rate is 0.8% and the maximum for both is $7,000. Assume a 10% federal

> On December 31, 2012, Santana Company has $7,000,000 of short-term debt in the form of notes payable to Golden State Bank due in 2013. On January 28, 2013, Santana enters into a refinancing agreement with Golden that will permit it to borrow up to 60% of

> Takemoto Corporation borrowed $60,000 on November 1, 2012, by signing a $61,350, 3-month, zero-interest-bearing note. Prepare Takemoto’s November 1, 2012, entry; the December 31, 2012, annual adjusting entry; and the February 1, 2013, entry.

> Describe how a company would classify debt that includes covenants. What conditions must exist in order to depart from the normal rule?

> Dumars Corporation reports in the current liability section of its balance sheet at December 31, 2012 (its year-end), short-term obligations of $15,000,000, which includes the current portion of 12% long-term debt in the amount of $10,000,000 (matures in

> Define a provision, and give three examples of a provision.

> Distinguish among: cash dividends, property dividends, liquidating dividends, and stock dividends.

> An important consideration in evaluating current liabilities is a company’s operating cycle. The operating cycle is the average time required to go from cash to cash in generating revenue. To determine the length of the operating cycle,

> What are three examples of estimates that are used in accounting that are not contingencies? Can you explain why they are not considered contingencies?

> Cedarville Company pays its office employee payroll weekly. Below is a partial list of employees and their payroll data for August. Because August is their vacation period, vacation pay is also listed. Assume that the federal income tax withheld is 10%

> On December 31, 2012, Alexander Company had $1,200,000 of short-term debt in the form of notes payable due February 2, 2013. On January 21, 2013, the company issued 25,000 shares of its common stock for $36 per share, receiving $900,000 proceeds after br

> Assume that your friend Will Morris, who is a music major, asks you to define and discuss the nature of a liability. Assist him by preparing a definition of a liability and by explaining to him what you believe are the elements or factors inherent in the

> Upland Company borrowed $40,000 on November 1, 2012, by signing a $40,000, 9%, 3-month note. Prepare Upland’s November 1, 2012, entry; the December 31, 2012, annual adjusting entry; and the February 1, 2013, entry.

> What guidance does the Codification provide on the disclosure of long-term obligations?

> What evidence is necessary to demonstrate the ability to defer settlement of short-term debt?

> Presented below is the current liabilities section and related note of Mohican Company Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements Note 1 (in part): Summary of Significant Accounting Policies and Related Data Accrued Warranty The company provides an acc

> Rodriguez Corporation includes the following items in its liabilities at December 31, 2012. 1. Notes payable, $25,000,000, due June 30, 2013. 2. Deposits from customers on equipment ordered by them from Rodriguez, $6,250,000. 3. Salaries payable, $3,750,

> What disclosures are required relative to long-term debt and sinking fund requirements?

> What must an entity disclose about its asset retirement obligations?

> Listed below are selected transactions of Schultz Department Store for the current year ending December 31. 1. On December 5, the store received $500 from the Jackson Players as a deposit to be returned after certain furniture to be used in stage product

> The following are selected 2012 transactions of Darby Corporation. Sept. 1 Purchased inventory from Orion Company on account for $50,000. Darby records purchases gross and uses a periodic inventory system. Oct. 1 Issued a $50,000, 12-month, 8% note to Or

> Distinguish between a current liability and a long-term debt.

> Access the glossary (Master Glossary) to answer the following. (a) What does the term “callable obligation” mean? (b) What is an imputed interest rate? (c) What is a long-term obligation? (d) What is the definition of “effective interest rate”?

> Presented below is the current liabilities section of Micro Corporation. Instructions Answer the following questions. (a) What are the essential characteristics that make an item a liability? (b) How does one distinguish between a current liability and

> Go to the book’s companion website and use information found there to answer the following questions related to The Coca-Cola Company and PepsiCo, Inc. (a) How much working capital do each of these companies have at the end of 2009? (b) Compute both comp

> The financial statements of P&G are presented in Appendix 5B or can be accessed at the book’s companion website, www.wiley.com/college/kieso. Instructions Refer to these financial statements and the accompanying notes to answer the following questions.

> Access the glossary (“Master Glossary”) to answer the following. (a) What is an asset retirement obligation? (b) What is the definition of “current liabilities”? (c) What does it mean if something is “reasonably possible”? (d) What is a warranty?

> Under what conditions should a short-term obligation be excluded from current liabilities?

> What are the principal considerations of a board of directors in making decisions involving dividend declarations? Discuss briefly.

> The following information is taken from the 2012 annual report of Bugant, Inc. Bugant’s fiscal year ends December 31 of each year. Bugant’s December 31, 2012, balance sheet is as follows. Bugant, Inc. Balance Sheet December 31, 2012 Assets Cash ………………………

> In this simulation, you are asked to address questions related to the accounting for current liabilities. Prepare responses to all parts. • KwW_Professional_Simulation Current Time Remaining O hour 20 minutes Liabilities Unspit Spk Hortz Spit Vertic

> Pleasant Co. manufactures specialty bike accessories. The company is known for product quality, and it has offered one of the best warranties in the industry on its higher-priced products—a lifetime guarantee, performing all the warranty work in its own

> YellowCard Company manufactures accessories for iPods. It had the following selected transactions during 2012. 1. YellowCard provides a 2-year warranty on its docking stations, which it began selling in 2012. During 2012, YellowCard spent $6,000 servicin

> Despite being a publicly traded company only since 1987, Northland Cranberries of Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin, is one of the world’s largest cranberry growers. During its short life as a publicly traded corporation, it has engaged in an

> Described below are certain transactions of Edwardson Corporation. The company uses the periodic inventory system. 1. On February 2, the corporation purchased goods from Martin Company for $70,000 subject to cash discount terms of 2/10, n/30. Purchases a

> How would each of the following items be reported on the balance sheet? (a) Accrued vacation pay. (b) Estimated taxes payable. (c) Service warranties on appliance sales. (d) Bank overdraft. (e) Personal injury claim pending. Be paid from current assets.

> Go to the book’s companion website and use information found there to answer the following questions related to The Coca-Cola Company and PepsiCo, Inc. (a) What is the par or stated value of Coca-Cola’s and PepsiCo’s common or capital stock? (b) What per

> The financial statements of P&G are presented in Appendix 5B or can be accessed at the book’s companion website, www.wiley.com/college/kieso. Instructions Refer to these financial statements and the accompanying notes to answer the following questions.

> Lois Kenseth, president of Sycamore Corporation, is concerned about several large stockholders who have been very vocal lately in their criticisms of her leadership. She thinks they might mount a campaign to have her removed as the corporation’s CEO. She

> Mask Company has 30,000 shares of $10 par value common stock authorized and 20,000 shares issued and outstanding. On August 15, 2012, Mask purchased 1,000 shares of treasury stock for $18 per share. Mask uses the cost method to account for treasury stock

> What is the “call” feature of a bond issue? How does the call feature affect the amortization of bond premium or discount?

> Kulikowski Inc., a client, is considering the authorization of a 10% common stock dividend to common stockholders. The financial vice president of Kulikowski wishes to discuss the accounting implications of such an authorization with you before the next

> The directors of Merchant Corporation are considering the issuance of a stock dividend. They have asked you to discuss the proposed action by answering the following questions. Instructions (a) What is a stock dividend? How is a stock dividend distingui

> Statements of Financial Accounting Concepts set forth financial accounting and reporting objectives and fundamentals that will be used by the Financial Accounting Standards Board in developing standards. Concepts Statement No. 6 defines various elements

> Penn Company was formed on July 1, 2010. It was authorized to issue 300,000 shares of $10 par value common stock and 100,000 shares of 8% $25 par value, cumulative and nonparticipating preferred stock. Penn Company has a July 1–June 30

> Earnhart Corporation has outstanding 3,000,000 shares of common stock of a par value of $10 each. The balance in its Retained Earnings account at January 1, 2012, was $24,000,000, and it then had Paid-in Capital in Excess of Par—Common Stock of $5,000,00

> Oregon Inc. $10 par common stock is selling for $110 per share. Four million shares are currently issued and outstanding. The board of directors wishes to stimulate interest in Oregon common stock before a forthcoming stock issue but does not wish to dis

> The following is a summary of all relevant transactions of Vicario Corporation since it was organized in 2012. In 2012, 15,000 shares were authorized and 7,000 shares of common stock ($50 par value) were issued at a price of $57. In 2013, 1,000 shares we

> Myers Company provides you with the following condensed balance sheet information. Instructions For each transaction below, indicate the dollar impact (if any) on the following five items: (1) Total assets, (2) Common stock, (3) Paid-in capital in exce

> The books of Conchita Corporation carried the following account balances as of December 31, 2012. Cash …………………………………………………………………………………………………… $ 195,000 Preferred Stock (6% cumulative, nonparticipating, $50 par) ……………………… 300,000 Common Stock (no-par valu