Pail Corporation acquired 80 percent of the common shares and 70 percent of the preferred shares of Shovel Corporation at underlying book value on January 1, 20X9. At that date, the fair value of the noncontrolling interest in Shovel's common stock was equal to 20 percent of the book value of its common stock. Shovel's balance sheet at the time of acquisition contained the following balances:  Total Assets$600,000  Total Liabilities$90,000      Preferred Stock 100,000      Common Stock 150,000      Retained Earnings 260,000 Total Assets$600,000  Total Liabilities and Equities$600,000 ?The preferred shares are cumulative and have a 10 percent annual dividend rate and are four years in arrears on January 1, 20X9. All of the $5 par value preferred shares are

callable at $6 per share. During 20X9, Shovel reported net income of $100,000 and paid no dividends.Based on the information provided, what is the book value of the common stock on January 1, 20X9?

A. $360,000
B. $390,000
C. $350,000
D. $410,000


Answer: C

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