Racer Corp

question 121

Multiple Choice

Racer Corp. acquired all of the common stock of Tangiers Co. in 2009. Tangiers maintained its incorporation. Which of Racer's account balances would vary between the equity method and the initial value method?

• A) Goodwill, Investment in Tangiers Co., and Retained Earnings.
• B) Expenses, Investment in Tangiers Co., and Equity in Subsidiary Earnings.
• C) Investment in Tangiers Co., Equity in Subsidiary Earnings, and Retained Earnings.
• D) Common Stock, Goodwill, and Investment in Tangiers Co.
• E) Expenses, Goodwill, and Investment in Tangiers Co.

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