Answer:
$118,580
Explanation:
Sales. $678,000
Less: cost of goods sold ($340,000)
Less : Depreciation exp ($84,000)
Gross profit. $254,000
Less: interest expense ($52,000)
Net income before taxes $202,000
Less: Tax rate 21% ($42,420)
Net income. $159,580
Less: dividends. ($41,000)
Retained earnings. $118,580