At the end of Year 2, retained earnings for the Baker Company was $3,500. Revenue earned by the company in Year 2 was $1,500, expenses paid during the period were $800, and dividends paid during the period were $500. Based on this information alone, what was the amount of retained earnings at the beginning of Year 2? 

A. $3,700
B. $2,800
C. $3,800
D. $3,300


Answer: D

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