In Consolidating Parent-Founded Subsidiaries, What Account Is Used to Offset

question 15

Multiple Choice

In consolidating parent-founded subsidiaries, what account is used to offset the parent company's "Investment in Subsidiary" account?

• A)Retained earnings
• B)Goodwill
• C)Paid-in-capital accounts
• D)No offset is necessary

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