Answer and Explanation:
Kimble Corp entries in 2021 to record the tax effects of the loss carryforward
a)Dr Deferred Tax Asset ($900,000 × 20%) 180,000
Cr Benefit Due to Loss Carryforward $180,000
Dr Benefit Due to Loss Carryforward $180,000
Cr Allowance to Reduce Deferred Tax Asset to Expected Realizable Value $180,000
(b)
Dr Income Tax Expense ($250,000 × 20%) $50,000
Cr Deferred Tax Asset $50,000
Dr Allowance to Reduce Deferred Tax Asset to Expected Realizable value $50,000
Cr Benefit Due to Loss Carryforward $50,000