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13 March, 21:39

On August 15, 2014, Cubs Corp. purchases 5,000 shares of common stock in Sox Inc. at a mar - ket price of $15 per share. In addition, Cubs pays brokerage fees of $1,000. On October 20, 2014, Cubs sells the Sox stock for $10 per share.

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Prepare all necessary entries on Cubs's books in connection with the investment beginning with the purchase of the common stock on August 15, 2014, and the sale on October 20, 2014.

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  1. 13 March, 21:55
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    Debit Credit

    Common Stock 75,000

    Cash 75,000

    Brokerage fees 1,000

    Cash 1,000

    Cash 50,000

    Loss on sale of common stock 25,000

    Common Stock 75,000

    Explanation:

    5000*15 = 75,000

    5,000*10 = 50,000

    75,000-50,000 = 25,000
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