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Renfroe, Inc. acquires 10% of Stanley Corporation on January 1, 2012, for $90,000 when the book value of Stanley was $1,000,000. During 2012, Stanley reported

Renfroe, Inc. acquires 10% of Stanley Corporation on January 1, 2012, for $90,000 when the book value of Stanley was $1,000,000. During 2012, Stanley reported net income of $215,000 and paid dividends of $50,000. On January 1, 2013, Renfroe purchased an additional 30% of Stanley for $325,000. Any excess of cost over book value is attributable to goodwill with an indefinite life. During 2013, Stanley reported net income of $320,000 and paid dividends of $50,000.

What is the balance in the Investment in Stanley Corporation on December 31, 2013?


$415,000.


$512,500.


$523,000.


$539,500.


$544,500.


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