Bernice Ruel operates Leather Unlimited, a leather shop that sells luggage, handbags, business cases, and other leather goods. During the month of March, the following transactions occurred. The applicable sales tax rate is 6%. Mar. 2 Sold merchandise on account to Emma Sommers, $250.00, plus sales tax. 9 Sold merchandise on account to Shelly Feinstein, $470.00, plus sales tax. 12 Emma Sommers returned $40.00 worth of merchandise purchased on March 2 for credit. 18 Sold merchandise on account to Maureen Hodge, $110.00, plus sales tax. 19 Sold merchandise on account to Frank MacDonald, $165.00, plus sales tax. 22 Received payment from Emma Sommers on account. 26 Maureen Hodge was given an allowance of $30.00 when she reported damage in the merchandise purchased on March 18. 28 Sold merchandise on account to Emma Sommers, $500.00, plus sales tax. 29 Sold merchandise on account to Shelly Feinstein, $230.00, plus sales tax. 31 Received payment from Maureen Hodge on account. 31 Cash sales for the month were $2,600, plus sales tax.
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Enter the above transactions in the general journal.
Assume and act like you posted the journal entry to the Accounts Receivable accounts. Do not forget the Post Ref. Information
Chart of Accounts: Cash 101, Accounts Receivable 122, Sales Tax Payable 231, Sales 401, Sales Returns & Allowances 401.1
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