When an Investor Owns Between 20% and 50% of the Common

question 104

Multiple Choice

When an investor owns between 20% and 50% of the common stock of a corporation it is generally presumed that the investor

• A) has insignificant influence on the investee and that the cost method should be used to account for the investment.
• B) should apply the cost method in accounting for the investment.
• C) will prepare consolidated financial statements.
• D) has significant influence on the investee and that the equity method should be used to account for the investment.

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Definitions:

Income Distribution

The way in which a nation’s total GDP is spread amongst its population, impacting the standard of living and degree of inequality among the populace.

Poorest Quintile

The segment of the population that falls in the bottom 20% in terms of income distribution.

Income

Income is the money received, especially on a regular basis, for work or through investments.

Classified As Poor

A designation for individuals or households whose income falls below the poverty line, making it difficult to meet basic life needs.