The Josh Company acquired an 80% interest in The Earl Company when Earl’s equity  comprised share capital of P100,000 and retained earnings of P500,000. Earl’s current  statement of financial position shows share capital of P100,000, a revaluation reserve of  P400,000 and retained earnings of P1,400,000. Under PAS 27 Consolidated and separate  financial statements, what figure in respect of Earl’s retained earnings should be included  in the consolidated statement of financial position?

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The Josh Company acquired an 80% interest in The Earl Company when Earl’s equity 
comprised share capital of P100,000 and retained earnings of P500,000. Earl’s current 
statement of financial position shows share capital of P100,000, a revaluation reserve of 
P400,000 and retained earnings of P1,400,000. Under PAS 27 Consolidated and separate 
financial statements, what figure in respect of Earl’s retained earnings should be included 
in the consolidated statement of financial position?
a. 720,000
b. 1,520,000
c. 1,040,000
d. 1,440,000

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