The May bank statement for Tax Services shows a balance of $5,300,but the balance per books shows a cash balance of $6,980.Other information includes:
1)A check for $200 to pay the electric bill was recorded on the books as $20.
2)Included on the bank statement was a note collected by the bank for $400 plus interest of $30.
3)Checks outstanding totaled $260.
4)Bank service charges were $50.
5)Deposits in transit were $2,140.
Which item(s)should be subtracted from the balance per books?
A)Deposits in transit
B)Checks outstanding and bank service charge
C)Bank service charge and the note collected by the bank
D)None of the above is correct.

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The bank service charge of $50 should be subtracted from the balance per books. The note collected by the bank increases the balance, so it is not subtracted.

The May Bank Statement for Tax Services Shows a Balance