Answer:
Retained Earnings Balance at end of Year 1 = Â $360
Explanation:
First we need to determine the profit/loss for the year as part of the retained earnings calculation.
Lexington Company
Income Statement for the year ended - Year 1
Revenue Earned                         $3,200
Less Expenses                          ($2,420)
Net Income / (Loss) Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â $780
Then we calculate the Retained Earnings Balance
Retained Earnings Statement
Beginning Retained Earnings Balance          $ 0
Add Profit earned during the year            $780
Less Dividends                          ($420)
Ending Retained Earnings Balance           $360