Femur Co. acquired 70% of the voting common stock of Harbor Corp. on January 1, 2010. During 2010, Harbor had revenues of $2,500,000 and expenses of $2,000,000. The amortization of excess cost allocations totaled $60,000 in 2010. The non-controlling interest's share of the earnings of Harbor Corp. is calculated to be
A) $132,000.
B) $150,000.
C) $168,000.
D) $160,000.
E) $0.

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The non-controlling interest's share is 30% of Harbor's net income after excess cost amortization. Net income = $2,500,000 - $2,000,000 - $60,000 = $440,000. Non-controlling interest = 30% of $440,000 = $132,000.

Femur Co Acquired 70% of the Voting Common Stock of Harbor