Answer: Â
Explanation:
The journal entries are shown below: Â
On December 1
Retained earning A/c Dr  $500,000   (100,000 shares × $5)
    To Dividend payable A/c  $500,000
(Being cash dividend declared) Â
On December 16
No journal entry is required
On December 31
Dividend payable  A/c Dr $500,000
     To Cash A/c  $500,000
(Being dividend is paid)