Answer:
The addition to retained earnings is $95,751.
Explanation:
Addition to the retained earning is the net value of net earning of the year and dividend payment.
Net income
Sales $686,723
Costs (<u>$335,000)</u>
Gross income $351,723
Depreciation Expense <u>($80,000)</u>
Income before interest and tax $271,723
Interest Expense <u>($45,000)</u>
Income before tax $226,723
Tax 22% <u>($49,879)</u>
Net Income <u>$176,844</u>
Addition to Retained Earning = Net Income - Dividend Payment
Addition to Retained Earning = $176,844 - $81,093
Addition to Retained Earning = $95,751