VIPSolutionsGive step-by-step solution with explanation and final answer: The transactions listed below relate to Wainwright, Inc. You are to assume that on the date on which each of the transactions occurred, the corporation's accounts showed only common stock ( $ 1 0 0 par ) outstanding, a current ratio of 2 . 7 : 1 , and a substantial net income for the year to date ( before giving effect to the transaction concerned ) . On that date, the book value per share of stock was $ 1 5 1 . 5 3 . Each numbered transaction is to be considered independent of the others, and its related answer should be based on the effect ( s ) of that transaction alone. Assume that all numbered transactions occurred during 2 0 2 6 and that the amount involved in each case is suffciently material to distort reported net income if improperly included in the determination of net income. Assume further that each transaction was recorded in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles and, where applicable, in conformity with the all - inclusive concept of the income statement. Select as many options as you deem appropriate to reflect the effect ( s ) of each transaction as of the date of the transaction. 1 . In January the Board directed the write - off of certain patent rights that had suddenly and unexpectedly become worthless. 2 . The corporation sold at a profit land and a building that had been idle for some time. Under the terms of the sale, the corporation received a portion of the sales price in cash immediately, the balance maturing at 6 - month intervals. 3 . Treasury stock originally repurchased and carried at $ 1 2 7 per share was sold for cash at $ 1 5 3 per share. 4 . The corporation wrote off all the unamortized discount applicable to bonds that it refinanced 5 . The corporation called in all its outstanding shares of stock and exchanged them for new shares on a 2 - for - 1 basis, reducing the par value at the same time to $ 5 0 per share. 6 . The corporation paid a cash dividend that had been recorded in teh accounts at the time of declaration. 7 . Litigation involving Wainwright Inc. as defendant was settled in the corporation's favor, with the plaintiff paying all court costs and legal fees. In 2 0 2 3 , the corporation had appropriately established a special short - term liability for this court action ( indicate the effect of reversing the contingency only ) 8 . The corporation received a check for the proceeds of an insurance policy from the company with which it is insured against theft of trucks. No entries concerning the theft had been made previously, and the proceeds reduce but do not cover completely the loss. 9 . Treasury stock, which had been repurchased at and carried at $ 1 2 7 per share, was issued as a stock dividend. In connection with this distriburion, the board of directors of Wainwright Inc. had authorized a transfer from retained earnings to permanent capital of an amount equal to the aggregate market value ( $ 1 5 3 per share ) of the shares issued. No entried relating to this dividend had bee made previously. Answer options for each numbered part: Increased the corporation's 2 0 2 6 net income Decreased the corporation's 2 0 2 6 net income. Increased the corporation's total retained earnings directly ( i . e . not via net income ) . Decreased the corporation's total retained earnings directly. Increased the corporation's current ratio. Decreased the corporation's current ratio. Increased each stockholder's proportionate share of total stockholder's equity. Decreased each stockholder's proportionate share of total stockholder's equity Increased each stockholder's equity per share of stock ( book value ) . Decreased each stockholder's equity per share of stock ( book value ) . Had none of the foregoing effects.
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Give step-by-step solution with explanation and final answer: The transactions listed below relate to Wainwright, Inc. You are to assume that on the date on which each of the transactions occurred, the corporation's accounts showed only common stock ( $ 1 0 0 par ) outstanding, a current ratio of 2 . 7 : 1 , and a substantial net income for the year to date ( before giving effect to the transaction concerned ) . On that date, the book value per share of stock was $ 1 5 1 . 5 3 . Each numbered transaction is to be considered independent of the others, and its related answer should be based on the effect ( s ) of that transaction alone. Assume that all numbered transactions occurred during 2 0 2 6 and that the amount involved in each case is suffciently material to distort reported net income if improperly included in the determination of net income. Assume further that each transaction was recorded in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles and, where applicable, in conformity with the all - inclusive concept of the income statement. Select as many options as you deem appropriate to reflect the effect ( s ) of each transaction as of the date of the transaction. 1 . In January the Board directed the write - off of certain patent rights that had suddenly and unexpectedly become worthless. 2 . The corporation sold at a profit land and a building that had been idle for some time. Under the terms of the sale, the corporation received a portion of the sales price in cash immediately, the balance maturing at 6 - month intervals. 3 . Treasury stock originally repurchased and carried at $ 1 2 7 per share was sold for cash at $ 1 5 3 per share. 4 . The corporation wrote off all the unamortized discount applicable to bonds that it refinanced 5 . The corporation called in all its outstanding shares of stock and exchanged them for new shares on a 2 - for - 1 basis, reducing the par value at the same time to $ 5 0 per share. 6 . The corporation paid a cash dividend that had been recorded in teh accounts at the time of declaration. 7 . Litigation involving Wainwright Inc. as defendant was settled in the corporation's favor, with the plaintiff paying all court costs and legal fees. In 2 0 2 3 , the corporation had appropriately established a special short - term liability for this court action ( indicate the effect of reversing the contingency only ) 8 . The corporation received a check for the proceeds of an insurance policy from the company with which it is insured against theft of trucks. No entries concerning the theft had been made previously, and the proceeds reduce but do not cover completely the loss. 9 . Treasury stock, which had been repurchased at and carried at $ 1 2 7 per share, was issued as a stock dividend. In connection with this distriburion, the board of directors of Wainwright Inc. had authorized a transfer from retained earnings to permanent capital of an amount equal to the aggregate market value ( $ 1 5 3 per share ) of the shares issued. No entried relating to this dividend had bee made previously. Answer options for each numbered part: Increased the corporation's 2 0 2 6 net income Decreased the corporation's 2 0 2 6 net income. Increased the corporation's total retained earnings directly ( i . e . not via net income ) . Decreased the corporation's total retained earnings directly. Increased the corporation's current ratio. Decreased the corporation's current ratio. Increased each stockholder's proportionate share of total stockholder's equity. Decreased each stockholder's proportionate share of total stockholder's equity Increased each stockholder's equity per share of stock ( book value ) . Decreased each stockholder's equity per share of stock ( book value ) . Had none of the foregoing effects.
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