On January 1, 2020, Aponte, Inc. acquired a preferred stock investment for $ 50,000. As of December 31, 2020, the investment had a market value of $ 55,000. Aponte reported the investment in the...

On January 1, 2020, Aponte, Inc. acquired a preferred stock investment for $ 50,000. As of December 31, 2020, the investment had a market value of $ 55,000. Aponte reported the investment in the Statement of Financial Position for $ 50,000 without registering any adjustment. What effect will this error have on Aponte's 2020 Net Income? Select one:

a. Will be underestimated

b. It will be overestimated.

c. It will be correct.

d. It will not affect net income.