TB MC Qu. 2-49 (Algo) Prior to closing the accounts, Syracuse... Prior to closing the accounts, Syracuse Company's accounting records showed the following balances: Retained earnings Service revenue Interest revenue Salaries expense Operating expense Interest expense Dividends $ 6,800 8,050 1,000 4,900 1,550 700 1,300 After closing the accounts, Syracuse's retained earnings balance would be Multiple Choice $6,800