This information relates to Emley Co.

1. On April 5 purchased merchandise from Hatcher Company for $25,000, terms 2/10, net/30.

2. On April 6 paid freight costs of $900 on merchandise purchased from Hatcher Company.

3. On April 7 purchased equipment on account for $30,000.

4. On April 8 returned some of the April 5 merchandise to Hatcher Company which cost $3,600.

5. On April 15 paid the amount due to Hatcher Company in full.

Instructions

(a) Prepare the journal entries to record these transactions on the books of Emley Co. using a periodic inventory system.

(b) Assume that Emley Co. paid the balance due to Hatcher Company on May 4 instead of April 15. Prepare the journal entry to record this payment.