Answer:
$288,500
Explanation:
Particulars                              Amount
Retained Earnings Dec 31, 2012 Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â $306,800
Less: Net Loss for the Year                $4,000
Less: Dividend declared and paid in 2013 Â Â Â $14,300
Retained Earnings Dec 31, 2013 Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â $288,500