Answer: The journal entry is as follows:
Explanation:
Given that,
Balance in salary payable = $40000
Next payroll in the following month = $45000
So, the journal entry to record the payment salary is as follows:
Salaries and Wages Expense A/C Debit 5000
Salaries and Wages Payable A/C Debit 40000
To Cash A/C 45000
(entry to record the payment salary)