The financial statements for Campbell Incorporated and Newton Company for the year ended December 31, 2024, prior to the business combination whereby Campbell acquired Newton, are as follows (in thousands): Campbell Newton Revenues $ 2,600 $ 700 Expenses 1,880 400 Net income $ 720 $ 300 Retained earnings, 1/1 $ 2,400 $ 500 Net income 720 300 Dividends (270) 0 Retained earning, 12/31 $ 2,850 $ 800 Cash $ 240 $ 230 Receivables and inventory 1,200 360 Buildings (net) 2,700 650 Equipment (net) 2,100 1,300 Total assets $ 6,240 $ 2,540 Liabilities $ 1,500 $ 720 Common stock 1,080 400 Additional paid-in capital 810 620 Retained earnings 2,850 800 Total liabilities & stockholders' equity $ 6,240 $ 2,540 On December 31, 2024, Campbell obtained a loan for $650 and used the proceeds, along with the transfer of 35 shares of its $10 par value common stock, in exchange for all of Newtons common stock. At the time of the transaction, Campbells common stock had a fair value of $40 per share. In connection with the business combination, Campbell paid $25 to a broker for arranging the transaction and $30 in stock issuance costs. At the time of the transaction, Newtons equipment was actually worth $1,450 but its buildings were only valued at $590. Compute the consolidated retained earnings at December 31, 2024. Multiple Choice $2,825 $2,875 $2,900 $3,625 $3,650