David Limited is a subsidiary of Bobbie Limited. When Bobbie acquired its 75% interest in David, the retained earnings of David were $10 000. At the beginning of the current period David Limiteds retained earnings were $40 000. David earned profit after tax of $20 000 during the current period. The total share of the non-controlling interest in the equity of David Limited at the end of the current period is:

A) 7 500

B)

$10 000

C)

$15 000

D)

$17 500