Answer:
$265,500
Explanation:
Given that
Retained earning = $413,000
Net Loss = $88,500
Paid dividends to stockholders = $59,000
The computation of balance in Retained Earnings is shown below:-
Balance in Retained Earning = Retained earning - Net loss - Paid dividends to stockholders
= $413,000 - $88,500 - $59,000
= $413,000 - $147,500
= $265,500