ChemLawn Co. owns 30% of the voting common stock of RedHenTurf Inc. ChemLawn uses the equity method

Question:

ChemLawn Co. owns 30% of the voting of RedHenTurf Inc. ChemLawn uses the equity method to account for its investment. On January 1, 2011, the balance in the investment account was $624,000. During 2011, RedHenTurf reported net income of $120,000 and paid dividends of $30,000.
What is the balance in the investment account as of December 31, 2011?
Common Stock
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