ADVANCED FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING IA
ADVANCED FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING IA
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ISBN: 9781260545081
Author: Christensen
Publisher: MCG
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Chapter 4, Problem 4.2E
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Equity Method of valuation of investment: In this method, parent company value investment at the historical cost of the investment plus apportioned profit less dividend paid by the subsidiary company.

To Prepare: Journal entry to value the Investment at equity method.

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