From the parent's perspective, the true earnings of an acquired subsidiary can be determined using the equity method-the push-down basis of accounting is not needed to make this determination.

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The equity method allows the parent company to recognize its share of the subsidiary's earnings, which reflects the true earnings attributable to the parent, without needing to apply push-down accounting.

From the Parent's Perspective, the True Earnings of an Acquired