Day 139

After studying Chapter 15, you will be able to:

  1. Define accounting terms related to financial statements for a merchandising business organized as a corporation.
  2. Identify accounting concepts and practices related to financial statements for a merchandising business organized as a corporation.
  3. Prepare an income statement for a merchandising business organized as a corporation.
  4. Analyze an income statement using component percentages and financial ratios.
  5. Prepare a statement of stockholders’ equity for a merchandising business organized as a corporation.
  6. Prepare a balance sheet for a merchandising business organized as a corporation.

Lesson 15-1 Notes

  1. Obtain a copy of the notes handout.
  2. Read Lesson 15-1 on pages 446-454.
  3. As you read, utilize this presentation to help you fill in the missing parts on the handout.

Chapter 15 Folder

  1. Inside of your Part 2 folder, create a new folder titled Chapter 15.  All your tasks completed in Chapter 15 should be stored in this folder.

Working Together 15-1

  1. Make a copy of this spreadsheet.
  2. Place this file in your Chapter 15 folder.
  3. Rename the file to Lesson 15-1 (Your Initials)
  4. Complete the spreadsheet according to the directions on page 454 or below.

On Your Own 15-1

  1. Using your Lesson 15-1 spreadsheet, use the OYO worksheets at the bottom left, and complete the problem as directed on page 454 or below.

Self-Assessment 15-1

  1. Complete this self-assessment for Lesson 15-1.  You can use your textbook and notes to complete this assessment. 

Application Problem 15-1

  1. Using your Lesson 15-1 spreadsheet, use the AP worksheets at the bottom left, and complete the problem as directed on page 473 or below.