P Company Owns an 80% Interest in S Company

question 33

Multiple Choice

P Company owns an 80% interest in S Company. During 2017, S sells merchandise to P for $200,000 at a profit of $40,000. On December 31, 2017, 50% of this merchandise is included in P's inventory. Income statements for P and S are summarized below: Noncontrolling interest in income for 2017 is:

• A) $4,000.
• B) $19,200.
• C) $20,000.
• D) $24,000.

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Definitions:

Self-determination Theory

A psychological framework suggesting people are motivated to grow and change by three innate and universal needs: competence, autonomy, and relatedness.

Particular Needs

Specific requirements or necessities that individuals or groups have, which can vary greatly depending on personal circumstances, preferences, or conditions.

Belongingness Needs

are a person's inherent need to feel connected, valued, and a part of a group or social circle, reflecting a fundamental human motivation.

ERG Theory

ERG Theory is a motivation theory developed by Clayton Alderfer that categorizes human needs into three types: Existence, Relatedness, and Growth, suggesting that these needs can influence workplace behavior.