During 2014, Gibson Company assets decreased $50,000 and its liabilities decreased $90,000. Its stockholders' equity
A. increased $40,000.
B. decreased $140,000.
C. decreased $40,000.
D. increased $140,000.
Ans: A. increased $40,000.
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