Under the Equity Method, the Dividend Revenue from a Long-Term

question 25

Multiple Choice

Under the equity method, the dividend revenue from a long-term investment-which has an ownership of 20% to 50%-the dividend is treated as a:

• A)debit to revenue from investments.
• B)dividend revenue.
• C)return of capital.
• D)credit to current assets.

Recognize the process of closing net income into retained earnings for corporations.

Interpret the impact of appropriated retained earnings on financial statements and shareholders' equity.

Understand and identify the financial statement disclosures associated with retained earnings restrictions.

Comprehend the effect of errors and adjustments on prior periods' financial statements.

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