Matrix, Inc. acquired 25% of Neo Enterprises for $2,000,000 on January 1, 2014. The fair value and book value of 25% of Neo's identifiable net assets was $2,000,000 and $1,600,000 on that date, and the difference was attributable to assets that would be depreciated over 10 years. During 2014 Neo recognized net income of $500,000 and paid dividends of $400,000. Matrixs portion of Neos fair value was $2,500,000 as of December 31, 2014.

Required: Prepare the journal entries necessary to account for the Neo investment, assuming that Matrix accounts for that investment as (1) an equity method investment, and (2) elects the fair-value option. Show entries for the purchase of the investment, recognition of net income, receipt of dividends, and adjustment at year-end, as appropriate.

DATE	ACCOUNTS	DEBIT	CREDIT
	EQUITY METHOD
	FAIR VALUE METHOD