Mize Company Owns 30% Interest in the Stock of Lyte

question 42

Multiple Choice

Mize Company owns 30% interest in the stock of Lyte Corporation. During the year Lyte pays $20000 in dividends to Mize and reports $300000 in net income. Mize Company's investment in Lyte will increase Mize's net income by

• A) $6000.
• B) $90000.
• C) $96000.
• D) $10000.

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