Alpha Purchased an 80% Interest in Beta on June 30

question 9

Multiple Choice

Alpha purchased an 80% interest in Beta on June 30, 20X1. Both Alpha's and Beta's reporting periods end December 31. Which of the following represents the controlling interest in consolidated net income for 20X1?

• A)100% of Alpha's July 1-December 31 income plus 80% of Beta's July 1-December 31 income
• B)100% of Alpha's July 1-December 31 income plus 100% of Beta's July 1-December 31 income
• C)100% of Alpha's January 1-December 31 income plus 80% of Beta's July 1-December 31 income
• D)100% of Alpha's January 1-December 31 income plus 80% of Beta's January 1-December 31 income

Apply factoring to solve cubic and higher-order polynomial equations.

Determine dimensions of geometric figures through factoring.

Utilize technological tools like graphing calculators to find x-intercepts of polynomial functions.

Understand and apply the principles of factoring polynomials to solve equations.

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