Explanation:
The preparation of the retained earnings statement for the year ended December is presented below:
Culver Corporation
Retained Earning statement
For the year ended December 31, 2017
Beginning balance of retained earning $718,500
Add: Correction recorded $86,470
Add: Net income $1,596,000
Less: Cash Dividend paid -$80,500
Ending balance of retained earning $2,320,470