Capes Corporation is a wholesaler of industrial goods. Data regarding the store's operations follow:
• Sales are budgeted at $390,000 for November, $360,000 for December, and $340,000 for January.
• Collections are expected to be 85% in the month of sale, 10% in the month following the sale, and 5% uncollectible.
• The cost of goods sold is 80% of sales.
• The company purchases 40% of its merchandise in the month prior to the month of sale and 60% in the month of sale. Payment for merchandise is made in the month following the purchase.
• The November beginning balance in the accounts receivable account is $77,000.
• The November beginning balance in the accounts payable account is $320,000.
Required:
a. Prepare a Schedule of Expected Cash Collections for November and December.
b. Prepare a Merchandise Purchases Budget for November and December.