Hamiota Computer Company sells computers for $2,500 each, which includes a 3-year warranty that requires the company to
Posted: Thu May 19, 2022 3:21 pm
Hamiota Computer Company sells computers for $2,500 each, which includes a 3-year warranty that requires the company to perform periodic services and to replace defective parts. During 2022, Hamiota sold 600 computers on account. Based on past experience, the company has estimated the total 3-year warranty costs at $90 for parts and $110 for labour. (Assume sales all occur at December 31, 2022.) In 2023, Hamiota Computer Company incurred actual warranty costs relative to 2022 computer sales of $10,500 for parts and $11,500 for labour. Instructions a. Using the expense warranty approach, prepare the entries to reflect the above transactions (accrual method) for 2022 and 2023. (4 marks) b. Using the cash basis method, what are the Warranty Expense balances for 2022 and 20237 Describe why it may or may not be appropriate to use the cash basis method. (4 marks) c. The transactions of part a create what balance under current liabilities in the 2023 statement of financial position? (2 marks)