Blanton Corporation purchased 35% of the outstanding shares of common stock of Worton Corporation as a long-term investment. Subsequently, Worton Corporation reported net income and declared and paid cash dividends. What journal entry would Blanton Corporation use to record the dividends it receives from Worton Corporation?

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When a company owns a significant influence (typically 20-50%) in another company, it uses the equity method. Under this method, dividends received are recorded as a reduction in the investment account, not as revenue.

Blanton Corporation Purchased 35% of the Outstanding Shares of Common