Answer and Explanation:
The preparation of the retained earnings is presented below:
Novak corporation
Statement of retained earnings
For the year ended Dec 31,2022
Particulars Amount
Opening bal of retained earnings $12,852
Add: Net income $7,140
($30,600 - $15,300 - $2,040 - $4,590 - $510 - $1,020)
Less: dividend paid -$5,100
Ending balance of retained earnings $14,892