In: Accounting
Egrane, Incorporated's monthly bank statement showed the ending balance of cash of $20,400. The bank reconciliation for the period showed an adjustment for a deposit in transit of $2,450, outstanding checks of $3,900, an NSF check of $2,600, bank service charges of $125 and the EFT from a customer in payment of the customer's account of $3,400.
What was the cash balance on the Egrane's books (before the adjustments for items on the bank reconciliation)?
Multiple Choice
$18,275
$24,825
$18,950
$21,850
| Particulars | Amount |
| Ending balance of cash as per bank statement | $20,400 |
| Add: Deposit in transit | 2,450 |
| NSF check | 2,600 |
| Bank service charges | 125 |
| Less: Outstanding checks | 3,900 |
| EFT | 3,400 |
| Cash balance on the Egrane's books (before the adjustments for items on the bank reconciliation) | $18,275 |
$18,275 is the correct answer.