Cobb department store sells gift certificates redeemable only when merchandise is purchased.  These gift certificates have an expiration date of two years after issuance date.  Upon redemption or expiration, Cobb recognizes the unearned revenue as realized.  Information for the current year is as follows: Unearned revenue,1/1                                     650,000 Gift certificates sold                                       2,250,000 Gift certificates redeemed                              1,950,000 Expired gift certificates                                    100,000 Cost of goods sold                                          60%

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  1. Cobb department store sells gift certificates redeemable only when merchandise is purchased.  These gift certificates have an expiration date of two years after issuance date.  Upon redemption or expiration, Cobb recognizes the unearned revenue as realized.  Information for the current year is as follows:

Unearned revenue,1/1                                     650,000

Gift certificates sold                                       2,250,000

Gift certificates redeemed                              1,950,000

Expired gift certificates                                    100,000

Cost of goods sold                                          60%

On Dec. 31, what amount should Cobb report as unearned revenue?

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