March 1, 2014 Cardullo's purchased an order of German chocolate from a supplier for $250, but didn't pay cash for the order until March 31, 2014. How would you record this transaction at the time of the purch

Dr Inventory Purchases $250

Cr Trade Payables $250

Explanation:

At the time of the purchase, Inventory purchases which is an asset in nature has been increased and hence must be debited by $250 and similarly the Payable has been increased which is liability in nature and hence must be credited with $250. The entry would be as under:

Dr Inventory Purchases $250

Cr Trade Payables $250