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PART I: SHORT RESPONSE

Directions: Please respond to each of the following questions. Write at least 3 to 5 sentences for each question.

1. List and explain the four items under the umbrella of owner's equity, including whether it increases or decreases overall equity.
2. What is the fundamental accounting equation, including examples of each item of the equation?
3. Explain the separate entity concept, including why it is important to accounting.

PART II: APPLICATION

Directions: Please answer each of the following questions. Show your work as necessary.

1. T. Richtor established her own business, called Richtor's Self-Storage. Use the account headings presented below in the expanded accounting equation to record the monthly transactions.
2. Assets = Cash + Accounts Receivable + Supplies + Prepaid Insurance + Office Equipment
3. Liabilities + Owner's Equity = Accounts Payable + T. Richtor, Capital + T. Richtor, Drawing + Revenue - Expenses
4. Transactions to record: Deposited $12,000 cash, bought office equipment on account, paid rent, bought supplies, paid wages, received cash, paid bills, paid advertising, purchased insurance, billed customers, received cash, paid wages, partial payment for office equipment, owner withdrawal, and other related transactions with balances updated after each.
5. Show the account balances after each transaction and verify that the accounting equation remains balanced.
6. For the second scenario: B. Rourk established Rourk Delivery Service. Record transactions including investments, purchases, services, bills, revenue, expenses, and withdrawals. Also, identify and correct six errors in transaction recording.
7. For the third scenario: L. Hamilton's business transactions related to the fundamental accounting equation are provided. Record each transaction, verify the balances, and explain the recording process.

Paper For Above instruction

Introduction

Accounting is a vital discipline that allows businesses to track their financial activities, evaluate their financial position, and make informed decisions. Central to accounting are fundamental concepts such as owner's equity, the accounting equation, and the business's separate entity status. This paper explores these key concepts and demonstrates their application through three case scenarios involving different business transactions and their proper recording in financial statements.

Owner's Equity in Context

Owner's equity represents the residual interest in the assets of a business after deducting liabilities. It comprises four primary items: owner's capital, owner's withdrawal (or drawing), revenues, and expenses. Owner's capital signifies the initial and additional investments made by the owner into the business, directly increasing equity (Bragg, 2019). Owner's withdrawal reduces equity as the owner takes money or assets out of the business for personal use (Weygandt et al., 2021). Revenues increase owner's equity because they represent income earned through business operations; expenses decrease equity as they reflect costs incurred.Together, these four items provide a comprehensive picture of the equity changes over a period, reflecting the profitability and investment activity of the business (Kieso et al., 2019).

The Fundamental Accounting Equation

The fundamental accounting equation states that Assets equal Liabilities plus Owner's Equity (Post & Mallin, 2017). This relationship illustrates that all assets owned by a business are financed either through borrowing (liabilities) or through the owner’s funds (equity). For example, if a company purchases equipment for $10,000 and finances it through a loan, the assets (equipment) increase by $10,000, liabilities (loan payable) also increase by the same amount, maintaining the balance. Similarly, if the owner invests personal funds into the business, assets increase proportionally with equity. This equation forms the foundation for double-entry accounting, ensuring every transaction affects at least two accounts to keep the ledger balanced (Williams et al., 2020).

The Separate Entity Concept

The separate entity concept asserts that a business is distinct from its owner; therefore, its financial transactions should be recorded independently of the owner’s personal transactions (Schroeder & Clark, 2018). This principle is crucial because it ensures clarity and accuracy in financial reporting, allowing stakeholders to assess the company’s true financial position without confusion from the owner’s personal affairs. For instance, if the owner makes a personal purchase, it should not be recorded as a business expense. Adhering to this concept maintains the integrity of financial statements, simplifies audits, and facilitates ownership and managerial decisions based solely on the business’s financial health (Hendriksen & Van Breda, 2019).

Application to Business Transactions

Scenario 1: Richtor's Self-Storage

In recording the transactions for T. Richtor’s business, each activity impacts the accounting equation. Initial deposit of $12,000 increases cash and owner’s equity. Purchasing office equipment on account increases assets (Office Equipment) and liabilities (Accounts Payable). Paying rent decreases cash and expenses, which reduces equity. Buying supplies with cash reduces cash and increases supplies assets. Wages paid lower cash and increase wages expense, reducing equity. Receiving cash for services increases cash and revenue, boosting owner’s equity. Bill payments for utilities and advertising reduce cash and increase expenses, decreasing equity. Purchasing insurance on account increases prepaid insurance and liabilities. Billing customers increases accounts receivable and revenue. Cash received from services increases cash and revenue, boosting equity. Owner’s withdrawal reduces cash and owner’s equity. After each transaction, the equation balances as assets increase and decrease appropriately, and liabilities and owner’s equity adjust in tandem.

Scenario 2: Rourk Delivery Service

Recording B. Rourk’s transactions highlights common errors, such as incorrect account classifications or recording amounts improperly. For example, investment of $24,000 increases cash and owner’s capital; purchasing delivery vans increases delivery equipment assets and accounts payable; service revenues increase cash and revenue; bills for advertising should increase advertising expense and decrease cash; and withdrawals reduce cash and owner’s equity. Identifying six errors could involve misclassification of expenses, incorrect account entries, or missing entries altogether (Lanen et al., 2018). Correcting these errors ensures the accuracy of financial statements and adherence to accounting principles.

Scenario 3: L. Hamilton's Business

Recording Hamilton’s transactions involves applying the fundamental accounting equation to real-world entries. The owner’s initial investment increases assets and owner’s equity. Purchasing equipment with cash decreases both asset and cash accounts. Investing personal equipment increases assets and owner’s equity. Buying supplies on credit increases supplies and liabilities. Making payments to creditors decreases assets and liabilities. Each step maintains the balance of the accounting equation. Proper documentation and verification of balances reinforce the importance of accuracy and consistency in financial reporting (Hurewicz & Firer, 2020).

Conclusion

The concepts of owner’s equity, the fundamental accounting equation, and the separate entity concept underpin effective financial management and reporting. Accurate recording of transactions, understanding of business fundamentals, and diligent application of accounting principles enable businesses to produce reliable financial statements. Whether managing rental storage, delivery services, or personal investments, adherence to these principles ensures clarity, transparency, and trustworthiness in financial communication, which are crucial for stakeholder decision-making and strategic planning.

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