Capes Corporation is a wholesaler of industrial goods. Data regarding the store's operations follow: Sales are budgeted at $410,000 for November, $420,000 for December, and $400,000 for January. Collections are expected to be 65% in the month of sale and 35% in the month following the sale. The cost of goods sold is 60% of sales. The company desires an ending merchandise inventory equal to 45% of the cost of goods sold in the following month. Payment for merchandise is made in the month following the purchase. The November beginning balance in the accounts receivable account is $76,000. The November beginning balance in the accounts payable account is $263,000. Required: a. Prepare a Schedule of Expected Cash Collections for November and December. b. Prepare a Merchandise Purchases Budget for November and December.