Account found in the financial records problem


On January 1, 2003, Pacer Company paid $1,920,000 for 60,000 shares of Lennon Co.'s voting common stock which represents a 45% investment. No allocation to goodwill or other specific account was made. Significant influence over Lennon was achieved by this acquisition. Lennon distributed a dividend of $2.50 per share during 2003 and reported net income of $670,000. What was the balance in the Investment in Lennon Co. account found in the financial records of Pacer as of December 31, 2003?

A) $2,040,500

B) $2,212,500

C) $2,260,500

D) $2,171,500

E) $2,071,500

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