Examine the balance sheet for Out of Africa. Make any changes that you believe are necessary for a proper presentation, and then prepare a corrected balance sheet.
Out of Africa
Balance Sheet
For the Month Ended October 31, 2012
Assets Liabilities
Accounts payable 1,850 Accounts receivable 2,700
Retained earnings 21,650
Store equipment 15,000 Shareholders' equity
Inventory 8,950 Cash 6,850
Contributed capital 10,000
Total assets 25,800 Total liabilities and shareholders' equity 19,550
Question 2
Excess inventory results in all of the following except
a. tied-up funds that could be used to improve operations
b. lost sales
c. increased storage expense
d. increased risk of loss due to damage