Question

Lin Co., a distributor of machinery, bought a machine from the manufacturer in November for $10,000. On December 30, Lin sold this machine to Zee Hardware for $15,000, under the following terms: 2% discount if paid within 30 days, 1% discount if paid after 30 days but within 60 days, or payable in full within 90 days if not paid within the discount periods. However, Zee had the right to return this machine to Lin if Zee was unable to resell the machine before expiration of the 90-day payment period, in which case Zee’s obligation to Lin would be canceled. Based on its past experience, Lin concludes that it is probable that (1) Zee will not be able to sell the machine and (2) it will be returned. In Lin’s net sales for the year ended December 31, how much should be included for the sale to Zee?
A. $15,000
B. $0
C. $14,850
D. $14,700

Answer 1

Answer:

B. $0

Explanation:

he transaction between Lin and Zee appears to be a conditional sale. The reason being that zee hardware has the right to return the machine if unable to resell it. According to their agreement, should Zee hardware return the machine, its obligation to Lin will be zero.

As per Lin's assessment, and based on their previous transactions,  the probability of Zee returning the machine is very high. Lin is sure that Zee hardware will not sell the machine. For this reason, Lin should not record the transactions as a sale.