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ST acquired 80% of the equity shares of AB on 1 January 20X7. AB acquired 60% of the equity shares of UV on 1 January 20X8. Profit for the year ended 31 December 20X9 for AB is $160,000 and for UV is $100,000.

Calculate the non-controlling interest figure to be included within ST’s consolidated statement of profit or loss for the year ended 31 December 20X9.

Give your answer to the nearest whole number in $000s.

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Answer: 84000, 84