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On March 15, 2023, Ray Corporation reacquired 4,700 shares of its common stock at $25.00 per share. The common stock has a par value of $4.00 per
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On March 15, 2023, Ray Corporation reacquired 4,700 shares of its common stock at $25.00 per share. The common stock has a par value of $4.00 per
share. What journal entry should Ray Corporation record for this transaction?
No Journal Entry Required
Debit
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