When the Parent Sells Some of Its Shares in the Subsidiary,what

question 41

Essay

When the parent sells some of its shares in the subsidiary,what are the implications,in consolidated accounting,for:
(a)the comprehensive income statement; (b)the statement of financial position; and (c)the opening retained earnings balances?

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