Reference no: EM132804170

As of 12/31 the cash balance in Ellery, Inc.'s books is $75,000. The bank statement, however, showed a balance of $100,000 as of the same date. The only reconciling items were deposits in transit of $15,000, interest earned of $225, a bank service charge of $115 and outstanding checks.

Problem 1: In determining the Adjusted Bank Statement Balance, the following adjustment is made in regards to the deposits in transit:

Option 1: $15,000 is subtracted from the balance of Ellery, Inc.'s 12/31 cash balance on its bank statement.

Option 2: $15,000 is subtracted from the balance of Ellery, Inc.'s 12/31 cash balance on its books.

Option 3: $15,000 is added to the balance of Ellery, Inc.'s 12/31 cash balance on its bank statement.

Option 4: $15,000 is added to the balance of Ellery, Inc.'s 12/31 cash balance on its books.

Option 5: No adjustment is required.