Magnus Tech owns 30% of Mirika Inc. and accounts for the investment using the equity method. During the year, Mirika reports a net loss of $2,500,000 and pays total dividends of $70,000. Which of the following describes the change in Magnus investment in Mirika during the year?

A. The investment decreases by $771,000

B. The investment decreases by $2,430,000

C. The investment increases by $21,000

D. The investment decreases by $735,000