Ryan Company Purchased 80% of Chase Company for $270,000 When

Multiple Choice

Ryan Company purchased 80% of Chase Company for $270,000 when Chase's book value was $300,000. Chase has 50,000 shares outstanding and currently has a book value of $400,000.Assume Chase issues 30,000 additional shares common stock solely to Ryan for $12 per share.After recording the acquisition of the additional shares, what adjustment is needed for Ryan's Investment in Chase account?

A) $70,000 increase.
B) $70,000 decrease.
C) $12,188 decrease.
D) $12,188 increase.
E) No adjustment is necessary.