Choose the correct.When an investor uses the equity method to account for investments in common stock, the investor’s share of cash dividends from the investee should be recorded as: a. A deduction from the investor’s share of the investee’s profits.b. Dividend income.c. A deduction from the stockholders’ equity account, Dividends to Stockholders.d. A deduction from the investment account(AICPA adapted)

Choose the correct.When an investor uses the equity method to account for investments in common stock, the investor’s share of cash dividends from the investee should be recorded as: a. A deduction from the investor’s share of the investee’s profits.b. Dividend income.c. A deduction from the stockholders’ equity account, Dividends to Stockholders.d. A deduction from the investment account(AICPA adapted)

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The transaction analysis is done with the help of the accounting equation. The basic accounting equation is alternatively known as the balance sheet equation is based on the double-entry system which says that for each transaction happening in a business, at least two accounts should be affected I.e. both the debit side and the credit side should be equal. The Accounting Equation is

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Choose the correct.When an investor uses the equity method to account for investments in common stock, the investor’s share of cash dividends from the investee should be recorded as:

a. A deduction from the investor’s share of the investee’s profits.
b. Dividend income.
c. A deduction from the stockholders’ equity account, Dividends to Stockholders.
d. A deduction from the investment account(AICPA adapted)

Definition Definition Assets available to stockholders after a company's liabilities are paid off. Stockholders’ equity is also sometimes referred to as owner's equity. A stockholders’ equity or book value generally includes common stock, preferred stock, and retained earnings and is an indicator of a company's financial strength.

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