Company P Uses the Sophisticated Equity Method of Accounting for Its

question 24

Multiple Choice

Company P uses the sophisticated equity method of accounting for its 30% investment in Company S's common stock.During 20X9, Company S reported net earnings of $650,000 and paid dividends of $150,000.Assume that all the undistributed earnings of Company S will be distributed as dividends in future periods.The dividends received from Company S are eligible for the 80% dividends received deduction.Company P's 20X9, tax rate is 30%.In its December 31, 20X9, balance sheet, the increase in the deferred tax liability from these transactions would be ____.

• A)​$7,500
• B)​$9,000
• C)​$150,000
• D)​$30,000

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