Question

Seadrill Engineering licensed software to oil-drilling firms for 5 years. In addition to providing the software, the company also provides consulting services and support to ensure smooth operation of the software. The total transaction price is $420,000. Based on standalone values, the company estimates the consulting services and support have a value of $120,000 and the software license has a value of $300,000. Assuming the performance obligations are not interdependent, the journal entry to record the transaction includes:

a. a credit to Sales Revenue of $420,000.
b. a credit to Unearned Service Revenue of $120,000.
c. a credit to Sales Revenue for $300,000 and a credit to Unearned Service Revenue of $120,000.
d. a credit to Service Revenue of $120,000.

Answer 1

Answer:

c. a credit to Sales Revenue for $300,000 and a credit to Unearned Service Revenue of $120,000.

Explanation:

In the scenario of accepting money for an extended warranty/support service, the seller in the case has agrees to provide services in the future. The revenue is not earned until the earning process is substantially completed in the future. So the correct option is c.