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Issuance of Common Stock above Par

Recording the sale of new shares to investors including Additional Paid-In Capital (APIC).

Account NameTypeDebit ($)Credit ($)
CashAsset (+)50,000.00-
Common Stock ($1 Par)Equity (+)-5,000.00
Paid-in Capital in Excess of ParEquity (+)-45,000.00

💡 Accountant's Note

This shows how equity is split between the legal par value and the actual amount paid by investors.

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