Answer:
January 1
Debit : Investment in Helbert Corporation $182,000
Credit : Cash $182,000
Being Investment in Associate
<em>Elimination Journal:</em>
Debit : Investment in Associate ($236,500 x 25%) $59,125
Credit : Share of Profits ($236,500 x 25%) $59,125
December 31
Debit : Cash ($47,900 x 25%) $11,975
Credit : Dividend Income ($47,900 x 25%) $11,975
Being Dividend Income Received from Associate
<em>Elimination Journal:</em>
Debit : Dividend Income $11,975
Credit : Investment in Associate $11,975
Explanation:
Cullumber Corporation 25% equity in Helbert Corporation represents an investment in Associate. This is because, Cullumber Corporation has significant control of Helbert Corporation ( more than 20% voting rights).
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