Suppose Ryan acquired land sometime in the past at a cost of $2,000,000. During the current year, it sells the land to Patrick (subsidiary) for $2,500,000. Prior to consolidation, a gain of $500,000 (= $2,500,000 - $2,000,000) appears on Ryan's books, and Patrick's books carry the land at $2,500,000. At the date of consolidation, Patrick still owns the land. The necessary eliminating entry made in consolidation for the year of sale is:

Select one:

a. Gain on sale of land 500,000
Land 500,000

b. Gain on sale of land 2,000,000
Land 2,000,000

c. Gain on sale of land 2,500,000
Land 2,500,000

d. No elimination entry is necessary

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