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    Apr 18, 2008, 08:58 AM
    Beginning Retained Earnings
    I am having trouble figuring out how to obtain the amount for beginning retained earnings. What do I have to add or subtract in order to get this figure?
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    Apr 18, 2008, 12:15 PM
    It should be shown in the retained earning at the previous period balance sheet.
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