Reported semiannual earnings of $120,000 for the first half of 2019
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Miller Corporation acquired 30% of the outstanding common stock of Crowell Corporation for $180,000 on January 1, 2019, and obtained significant influence. The purchase price of the shares was equal to their book value. During 2019, the following information is available for Crowell:
Mar. 31 | Declared and paid a cash dividend of $40,000. |
June 30 | Reported semiannual earnings of $120,000 for the first half of 2019. |
Sept. 30 | Declared and paid a cash dividend of $40,000. |
Dec. 31 | Reported semiannual earnings of $140,000 for the second half of 2019. |
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1. | Prepare |
2. | What is the balance in Miller’s investment account on December 31, 2019? |
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