By how much would the non-controlling interest amount have changed as a result of the Hanson's second purchase?
A) A decrease of $43,975.
B) A decrease of $37,857.
C) An increase of $37,857.
D)An increase of $43,975.

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The non-controlling interest would decrease by $43,975 as a result of Hanson's second purchase, indicating that Hanson's ownership in the subsidiary increased, reducing the share of ownership held by non-controlling interests.

By How Much Would the Non-Controlling Interest Amount Have Changed