Day 142

After studying Chapter 15, you will be able to:

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

Lesson 15-4 Notes

  1. Obtain a copy of the notes handout.
  2. Read Lesson 15-4 on pages 464-471.
  3. As you read, utilize this presentation to help you fill in the missing parts on the handout.

Working Together 15-4

  1. Make a copy of this spreadsheet.
  2. Place this file in your Chapter 15 folder.
  3. Rename the file to Lesson 15-4 (Your Initials)
  4. Complete the spreadsheet according to the directions on page 471 or below.

On Your Own 15-4

  1. Using your Lesson 15-4 spreadsheet, use the OYO worksheets at the bottom left, and complete the problem as directed on page 471 or below.

Self-Assessment 15-4

  1. Complete this self-assessment for Lesson 15-4.  You can use your textbook and notes to complete this assessment. 

Application Problem 15-4

  1. Using your Lesson 15-4 spreadsheet, use the AP worksheets at the bottom left, and complete the problem as directed on page 474 or below.