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23 January, 19:14

Adjustment for Prepaid Expense The supplies account had a beginning balance of $3,690 and was debited for $1,700 for supplies purchased during the year. Journalize the adjusting entry required at the end of the year, assuming the amount of supplies on hand is $1,290.

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  1. 23 January, 19:39
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    Dr supplies expense $4,100

    Cr supplies $4,100

    Explanation:

    Supplies used in the year needs to be ascertained before any adjusting entry can be posted.

    Supplies used=beginning supplies+purchases-ending supplies

    beginning supplies is $3,690

    purchases of supplies was $1,700

    ending balance of supplies was $1,290

    supplies used=$3,690+$1,700-$1,290=$ 4,100.00

    The used portion of supplies would be debited to supplies expense while supplies inventory is credited with the same amount.
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