Question: This information relates to Alfie Co.
1. On April 5, purchased merchandise from Bach Company for $27,000, terms 2/10, n/30.
2. On April 6, paid freight costs of $1,200 on merchandise purchased from Bach Company.
3. On April 7, purchased equipment on account for $30,000.
4. On April 8, returned some of the April 5 merchandise to Bach Company, which cost $3,600.
5. On April 15, paid the amount due to Bach Company in full.
Instructions: (a) Prepare the journal entries to record these transactions on the books of Alfie Co. using a periodic inventory system.
(b) Assume that Alfi e Co. paid the balance due to Bach Company on May 4 instead of April 15. Prepare the journal entry to record this payment.