The usual presentation of the retained earnings statement is (1) Beginning balance, (2) Net income or loss, (3) Dividends, (4) Stockholders' contributions, (5) Ending balance.

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The usual presentation of the retained earnings statement does not include "Stockholders' contributions" as part of its format. It typically includes (1) Beginning balance, (2) Net income or loss, (3) Dividends, and (4) Ending balance. Stockholders' contributions are generally recorded in a separate equity account, not in retained earnings.

The Usual Presentation of the Retained Earnings Statement Is (1)