Answer :
Answer:
The addition to retained earnings is $84,790.
Explanation:
Sales of $658,000
Costs of ($334,000)
Gross Income $324,000
Depreciation expense ($79,000)
Income before interest and Tax $245,000
Interest expense ($44,000)
Income before tax $201,000
Tax 21 % ($42,210)
Net Income $158,790
Addition to retained Earning = Net Income - dividend paid
Addition to retained Earning = $158,790 - $74,000
Addition to retained Earning = $84,790