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The records of Groot Corp

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The records of Groot Corp. for calendar 2020 reflected the following correct pre-tax amounts:

·        Gain from discontinued operations, $50,000;

·        Cash dividends declared and paid, $45,000;

·        Retained earnings, January 1, 2020, $275,000,

·        Correction of accounting error, $35,000 debit;

·        Income before income taxes and before discontinued operations, $165,000.

The average income tax rate of 40% applies to all items except the dividends.

Question

1.      Calculate the December 31, 2020 ending balance of retained earnings.