Paxel owns 80% of Saxel's outstanding common stock. For 2009, Saxel reported $60,000 of net income and declared dividends of $10,000. What amount appears in Paxel's 2009 income statement if Paxel accounts for its investment using the equity method?
a. $-0-
b. $8,000
c. $40,000
d. $48,000
e. $56,000