kholders' equity on that date. On April 1, 2021, Lapwing sold 20% interest (one-fourth of its holdings) in Ground for $65,000. During 2021, Ground had net income of $75,000 (earned uniformly) and on July 1, 2021, Ground paid dividends of $40,000. Lapwing uses the equity method to account for the investment.  Required: 1. What is the gain or loss on sale of t

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At December 31, 2020 year-end, Lapwing Corporation's investment in Ground Inc. was $200,000 consisting of 80% of Ground's $250,000 stockholders' equity on that date. On April 1, 2021, Lapwing sold 20% interest (one-fourth of its holdings) in Ground for $65,000. During 2021, Ground had net income of $75,000 (earned uniformly) and on July 1, 2021, Ground paid dividends of $40,000. Lapwing uses the equity method to account for the investment.

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1. What is the gain or loss on sale of the 20% interest?

2. Record the journal entries for Lapwing for the year ending December 31.

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