At the end of the first quarter, the accountant for David Fly Fishing Outfitters determines that the total sales tax payable for the quarter is $3,240.50. When the sales tax is paid to the state, the accountant debits Sales Tax Payable and credits Cash for the total amount due.

At the end of the first quarter, the accountant for David Fly Fishing Outfitters determines that the total sales tax payable for the quarter is $3,240.50. When the sales tax is paid to the state, the accountant debits Sales Tax Payable and credits Cash for the total amount due.

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Chapter7: Employee Earnings And Deductions

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