Answer:
$466,500
Explanation:
Assuming Metlock, Inc is free of tax, tax rate = 0%
Net profit of the year = (revenues - expenses) * (1- tax rate)
= $487,000 - $384,000 = $103,000
Retained earnings balance at the end of the year
= Retained earnings balance at beginning of the year + net profit - dividend paid
= $402,000 + $103,000 - $38500
= $466,500