Dodge, Incorporated acquires 15% of Gates Corporation on January 1, 2013, for $105,000 when the book value of Gates was $600,000. During 2013 Gates reported net income of $150,000 and paid dividends of $50,000. On January 1, 2014, Dodge purchased an additional 25% of Gates for $200,000. Any excess cost over book value is attributable to goodwill with an indefinite life. The fair-value method was used during 2013 but Dodge has deemed it necessary to change to the equity method after the second purchase. During 2014 Gates reported net income of $200,000 and reported dividends of $75,000. The balance in the investment account at December 31, 2014, is

a) $355,000. b) $305,000. c) $105,000. d) $370,000. e) $400,000.