Questions: TB Problem Qu. 11-226 (Algo) Classifying Liabilities For each item determine whether it is reported as a current liability, long-term liability, or not a liability, on the balance sheet of a company with a one-year operating cycle. Item Classification 1. Notes payable (due in 200 days). 2. Sales taxes payable. 3. Employee Medical Insurance Payable 4. Pension liability (to be paid to employees retiring in 2 to 5 years) 5. Notes payable (due in 6 to 11 months). 6. Machinery (expected life of 4 years) 7. FICA-Social Security Taxes Payable 8. Employee Union Dues Payable 9. FICA-Medicare Taxes Payable 10. Bonus payable (to be paid in 60 days)

TB Problem Qu. 11-226 (Algo) Classifying Liabilities

For each item determine whether it is reported as a current liability, long-term liability, or not a liability, on the balance sheet of a company with a one-year operating cycle.

Item  Classification 
1. Notes payable (due in 200 days).  
2. Sales taxes payable.  
3. Employee Medical Insurance Payable  
4. Pension liability (to be paid to employees retiring in 2 to 5 years)  
5. Notes payable (due in 6 to 11 months).  
6. Machinery (expected life of 4 years)  
7. FICA-Social Security Taxes Payable  
8. Employee Union Dues Payable  
9. FICA-Medicare Taxes Payable  
10. Bonus payable (to be paid in 60 days)
Transcript text: TB Problem Qu. 11-226 (Algo) Classifying Liabilities For each item determine whether it is reported as a current liability, long-term liability, or not a liability, on the balance sheet of a company with a one-year operating cycle. \begin{tabular}{|l|l|} \hline Item & \multicolumn{1}{c|}{ Classification } \\ \hline 1. Notes payable (due in 200 days). & \\ \hline 2. Sales taxes payable. & \\ \hline 3. Employee Medical Insurance Payable & \\ \hline 4. Pension liability (to be paid to employees retiring in 2 to 5 years) & \\ \hline 5. Notes payable (due in 6 to 11 months). & \\ \hline 6. Machinery (expected life of 4 years) & \\ \hline 7. FICA-Social Security Taxes Payable & \\ \hline 8. Employee Union Dues Payable & \\ \hline 9. FICA-Medicare Taxes Payable & \\ \hline 10. Bonus payable (to be paid in 60 days) & \\ \hline \end{tabular}
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To classify each item as a current liability, long-term liability, or not a liability, we need to understand the definitions:

  • Current Liabilities: Obligations expected to be settled within one year or the operating cycle, whichever is longer.
  • Long-term Liabilities: Obligations not expected to be settled within one year or the operating cycle.
  • Not a Liability: Items that do not represent an obligation to pay.

Let's classify each item:

  1. Notes payable (due in 200 days).

    • Classification: Current Liability
    • Explanation: Since the notes payable are due within 200 days, which is less than one year, they are classified as a current liability.
  2. Sales taxes payable.

    • Classification: Current Liability
    • Explanation: Sales taxes payable are typically due within a short period, often monthly or quarterly, making them a current liability.
  3. Employee Medical Insurance Payable

    • Classification: Current Liability
    • Explanation: This is usually a short-term obligation, as companies typically pay these amounts monthly or quarterly.
  4. Pension liability (to be paid to employees retiring in 2 to 5 years)

    • Classification: Long-term Liability
    • Explanation: Since the pension liability is expected to be paid in 2 to 5 years, it is classified as a long-term liability.
  5. Notes payable (due in 6 to 11 months).

    • Classification: Current Liability
    • Explanation: These notes are due within one year, so they are classified as a current liability.
  6. Machinery (expected life of 4 years)

    • Classification: Not a Liability
    • Explanation: Machinery is an asset, not a liability, as it represents a resource owned by the company.
  7. FICA-Social Security Taxes Payable

    • Classification: Current Liability
    • Explanation: These taxes are typically due within a short period, making them a current liability.
  8. Employee Union Dues Payable

    • Classification: Current Liability
    • Explanation: Union dues are usually collected and paid over a short period, classifying them as a current liability.
  9. FICA-Medicare Taxes Payable

    • Classification: Current Liability
    • Explanation: Similar to Social Security taxes, these are due within a short period, making them a current liability.
  10. Bonus payable (to be paid in 60 days)

    • Classification: Current Liability
    • Explanation: Since the bonus is payable within 60 days, it is classified as a current liability.
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