Peter Limited Has an Ownership Interest of 80% in a Subsidiary

question 49

Multiple Choice

Peter Limited has an ownership interest of 80% in a subsidiary John Limited. John Limited owns 60% of Joseph Limited. At acquisition date the retained earnings of Joseph Limited were $200 000. At consolidation date, the retained earnings of Joseph Limited were $440 000. The indirect non-controlling interest in the retained earnings of Joseph Limited is calculated as:

• A) $0.
• B) $24 000.
• C) $28 800.
• D) $52 800.

Understand the concepts of differentiation, integration, centralization, and decentralization in organizational structure.

Understand the role and definition of vendors within QBO.

Navigate and utilize the various onscreen forms in QBO for vendor and expense management (Check form, Expense form, Pay Bills form).

Identify the requirements and process for preparing and using 1099 forms with vendors.

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