The non-controlling interest section of the income statement is:

(a) required under GAAP but not under IFRS.

(b) required under IFRS but not under GAAP.

(c) required under IFRS and GAAP.

(d) not reported under GAAP or IFRS.

Short Answer

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Option c is the correct answer.

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Meaning of Parent Company

The term parent company is used to denote an entity that holds controlling interests in other companies or companies, and controlling companies are known as subsidiaries.

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The explanation for the correct answer

The non-controlling interest section is reported under both types of income statements, whether it is prepared under GAAP or IFRS. Both require the reporting of the same for a better understanding of the users and stakeholders for effective and efficient decision-making.

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