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Chapter 13: Question 7BE (page 692)

BE13-7 (L01) Kasten Inc. provides paid vacations to its employees. At December 31, 2017, 30 employees have each earned 2 weeks of vacation time. The employees鈥� average salary is $500 per week. Prepare Kasten鈥檚 December 31, 2017, adjusting entry.

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The amount of vacation expenses is $30,000.

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01

Meaning of Average Salary

The amount of compensation typically received by the employee every month is known as the average salary. It is ascertained by dividing the total salary received by the number of months.

02

Journal Entry

Date

Accounts and Explanation

Debit $

Credit $

December 31, 2017

Vacation Expenses

$30,000

Vacation Payable ($500 x 30 x 2)

$30,000

(To record vacation payable)

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