Jones, Incorporated acquires 15% of Anderson Corporation on January 1, 2020, for $105,000 when the book value of Anderson was $600,000. During 2020 Anderson reported net income of $150,000 and paid dividends of $50,000. On January 1, 2021, Jones purchased an additional 25% of Anderson for $200,000. Any excess cost over book value is attributable to goodwill with an indefinite life. The fair-value method was used during 2020 but Jones has deemed it necessary to change to the equity method after the second purchase. During 2021 Anderson reported net income of $200,000, and reported dividends of $75,000.The income reported by Jones for 2021 with regard to the Anderson investment is
A) $80,000.
B) $30,000.
C) $50,000.
D) $15,000.
E) $75,000.
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