Answer:
Heaton paid a total of $52,500 as dividend during 2015
Explanation:
Dividends in 2015 = Previous year retained earnings - Current year retained earnings + Current year net income
Dividends in 2015 = 555,000 - 675,000 + 172,500
Dividends in 2015 = $52,500
Heaton paid a total of $52,500 as dividend during 2015