Answer:
$617,300
Explanation:
Share of depreciation on building:
= (Undervalued amount ÷ Remaining life) × 40%
= ($283,500 ÷ 7 years) × 40%
= $16,200
This amount will be deducted from the investment.
Share of Trademark amortization:
= (Undervalued amount ÷ Remaining life) × 40%
= ($282,500 ÷ 10 years) × 40%
= $11,300
This amount will be deducted from the investment.
Share of net income = Net income × 40%
= $151,000 × 40%
= $60,400
Share of dividends = Dividend declared × 40%
= $80,000 × 40%
= $32,000
Therefore,
Investment to be reported at 31st December:
= Investment made + Share of net income - Share of dividends - Share of depreciation on building - Share of Trademark amortization
= $616,400 + $60,400 - $32,000 - $16,200 - $11,300
= $617,300