Volcano Co acquired 75% of the equity share capital of Lava Co on 1 September 20X3. The retained profits of the two individual companies at the beginning and end of their financial year were as follows. Volcano Co Lava Co $’000 $’000 Retained earnings at 1 January 20X3 596 264 Retained earnings at 31 December 20X3 650 336 What is the parent company’s share of consolidated retained earnings that should be reported in the consolidated statement of financial position of the Volcano Group at 31 December 20X3?
A、$668,000
B、$674,000
C、$704,000
D、$722,000
A、$668,000
B、$674,000
C、$704,000
D、$722,000
【参考答案及解析】
Retained post-acquisition earnings of Lava Co = 4/12 x $(336,000 - 264,000) = $24,000.
Retained post-acquisition earnings of Lava Co = 4/12 x $(336,000 - 264,000) = $24,000.