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Introduction: The equity method of accounting is a method where the investment is recognized at cost initially and thereafter accounted for based on the change in the investor’s share in investee net assets. The share in the investee’s profit or loss is included in the investor's profit or loss. Fair value method initial investment is recorded at cost and then is adjusted with fair value.
The value investment in H using the equity method at the end of December 31, 2021.
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Introduction: The equity method of accounting is a method where the investment is recognized at cost initially and thereafter accounted for based on the change in the investor’s share in investee net assets. The share in the investee’s profit or loss is included in the investor's profit or loss. Fair value method initial investment is recorded at cost and then adjusted with fair value.
The income from investment in H using the fair value method at the end of December 31, 2021.
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