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Transactions in Common Stock Investments

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Wyrick Inc. had the following transactions pertaining to investments in common stock.

Jan 1 - Purchased 2,500 shares of Murphy Corporation common stock (5%) for $140,000 cash plus $2,100 broker's commission

July 1 - Received a cash dividend of $3 per share

Dec 1 - Sold 500 shares of Murphy Corporation common stock for $32,000 cash, less $800 broker's commission

Dec 31 - Received a cash dividend of $3 per share

Instructions: Journalize the transactions.

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Solution Summary

This solution prepares a journal entry for all transactions aforementioned, spanning from in January, July and December. It includes workings and calculations in the Excel file (see attachment).

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