Banks Corp.reported net income of $390,000 in 2012.During 2012 Banks reported a loss of $72,000 from a peripheral activity.The loss was included as part of income from continuing operations.Assuming that the loss is a one-time event and that Banks has an effective tax rate of 35% calculate Banks' adjusted net income.Show all of your calculations for credit.
In addition,discuss why analysts might make an adjustment of this type.

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The Answer of Banks Corp.reported net income of $390,000 in 2012.During 2012 Banks reported a loss of $72,000 from a peripheral activity.The loss was included as part of income from continuing operations.Assuming that the loss is a one-time event and that Banks has an effective tax rate of 35% calculate Banks' adjusted net income.Show all of your calculations for credit.
In addition,discuss why analysts might make an adjustment of this type.