The following was obtained from the ledger of Valediction Ltd as at 30 June 2018: Share capital

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The following was obtained from the ledger of Valediction Ltd as at 30 June 2018:


Share capital

100 000 ordinary shares paid to 75c, but issued for $1

60 000 10% preference shares fully paid at $1

Calls in advance

General reserve

Retained earnings 1/7/17

Profit for year (before tax)

Interim dividend paid on ordinary shares (1/1/18)



$



75 000

60 000

1 000

20 000

16 000

55 000

8 000


End-of-year adjustments

1. Income tax expense of $15 400 is to be recognised. The company pays tax in one instalment annually.

2. Declare a dividend on the preference shares for the current year.

3. Declare a final dividend on ordinary shares of $3000. No ratification is required at the annual meeting.

4. Transfer $5000 from the general reserve to retained earnings.


Required

Prepare a statement of changes in equity for Valediction Ltd for the year ended 30 June 2018.

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