The Balance Sheet
Answer
1) Accounts receivable are current assets.
2) Yes, Accounts receivable and cash on hand total $35,000 while Taxes and accounts payable total only $27,500.
3) Land ownership represents 21% of the company’s fixed assets ($38,000)
Summary
As mentioned, a company’s origin, priorities and degree of success can be clearly gleaned by a review of It’s Balance Sheet. Not only can it reveal the past it can also highlight a prescription for suggested changes.
Balance Sheet Ending December 31st 2014.
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Assets |
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Current Assets
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| Cash on Hand |
$10,000.00 |
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| Accounts Receivable |
$25,000.00 |
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| Inventory |
$15,000.00 |
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Total Current Assets |
$50,000.00 |
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Fixed Assets
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| Garage and Equipment |
$40,000.00 |
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| Less Depreciation |
($12,000.00) |
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| Land Owned |
$8,000.00 |
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| Other (Intangible Assets) |
$2,000.00 |
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Total Fixed Assets |
$38,000.00 |
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Total Assets |
$88,000.00 |
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Liabilities & Shareholder Equities |
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Liabilities
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| Accounts Payable |
$20,000.00 |
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| Taxes Payable |
$7,500.00 |
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| Long-Term Loan |
$15,000.00 |
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Total Liabilities |
$42,500.00 |
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Shareholder Equity
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| Common Stock |
$45,000.00 |
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| Retained Earnings |
0 |
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Total Shareholder Equity |
$45,500.00 |
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Total Liabilities $ shareholder Equity |
$88,000.00 |
