Parent Company purchases 100 percent of Son Company on Janua…
Parent Company purchases 100 percent of Son Company on January 1, 20X1, when Parent’s retained earnings balance is $520,000 and Son’s is $150,000. During 20X1, Son reports $15,000 of net income. Parent reports $105,000 of separate operating earnings plus $15,000 of equity-method income from its 100 percent interest in Son; Parent declares dividends of $40,000. Based on the preceding information, what is Parent’s post-closing retained earnings balance on December 31, 20X1?
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