Multiple Choice
On July 1,20X8,Pair Logic Corporation acquires 75 percent of Systems Inc.common stock for its underlying book value.At the time of acquisition,the fair value of the noncontrolling interest is equal to its proportionate share of book value of Systems.On January 1,20X8 Systems reported common stock of $100,000 and retained earnings of $130,000.For the year 20X8,Systems reports the following items:
Pair Logic uses the equity method in accounting for this investment.
-Based on the preceding information,what is the book value of shares acquired by Pair Logic on July 1,20X8?
A) $240,000
B) $191,250
C) $230,000
D) $180,000
Correct Answer:
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Correct Answer:
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