In organizing its incorporation in January, Chupatch incurred the following costs: state incorporation fees: $250, attorney fees: $2,500, and promotional costs: $3,200. What journal entry would you make to record Chupatch's expenses? Make it below: Date Account Debit Credit

In organizing its incorporation in January, Chupatch incurred the following costs: state incorporation fees: $250, attorney fees: $2,500, and promotional costs: $3,200. What journal entry would you make to record Chupatch's expenses? Make it below: Date Account Debit Credit

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Chapter20: Corporations: Organization And Capital Stock

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