Ultra Cosmetics Acquired 10% of the 200,000 Shares of Common

question 48

Essay

Ultra Cosmetics acquired 10% of the 200,000 shares of common stock of Kardashian Fashion at a total cost of $14 per share on March 18, 2014. On June 30 Kardashian declared and paid a $96,000 dividend. On December 31 Kardashian reported net income of $244,000 for the year. At December 31 the market price of Kardashian Fashion was $16 per share. The stock is classified as available-for-sale.
Instructions
Prepare all the necessary entries for 2014 for Ultra Cosmetics.

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Definitions:

ABC Model

A cognitive behavioral framework that outlines the relationship between an activating event, the belief about the event, and the consequent emotional or behavioral reaction.

Behaviour

The actions or reactions of an individual or system in response to external or internal stimuli.

Balance Theory

A psychological theory proposing that individuals strive for internal consistency among their beliefs, attitudes, and opinions, forming a balanced state in interpersonal relationships.

Cognitive Consistency

The psychological concept that suggests that individuals prefer their beliefs, attitudes, and perceptions to be harmonious and consistent with each other.