Answer:
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Explanation:
The entry to record the dividend declaration is as shown below;
Retained earning A/c Dr (50,000 shares × $27 per share × 10%) = $135,000
To common stock dividend distributed ( 50,000 shares × $20 per share × 10%) = $100,000
To paid-in-capital in excess of par value common stock (50,000 shares × $7 per share × 10%) = $35,000
(Being dividend that is declared)