Answer:
a. $133,000
Explanation:
Computation of inventory purchased Â
Beginning                  ($51,000)
Cost of goods sold           $130,000
Ending                     $55,000
Purchases during the year    $134,000
Computation of amount paid for purchases  Â
Beginning payable                          $32,000
Purchase during the year                     $134,000
Ending payable                             ($33,000)
Cash payments for purchases of merchandise  $133,000