In 2021, Sheridan Corporation began construction work under…
In 2021, Sheridan Corporation began construction work under a three-year contract. The contract price is $980000. Sheridan uses the percentage-of-completion method for financial accounting purposes. The income to be recognized each year is based on the proportion of costs incurred to total estimated costs for completing the contract. The financial statement presentations relating to this contract at December 31, 2021, follow: Balance Sheet Accounts receivable—construction contract billings $237000 Construction in progress $725000 Less contract billings 580000 Costs and recognized profit in excess of billings 145000 Income Statement Income (before tax) on the contract recognized in 2021 $145000 How much is the construction expense incurred during 2021?