Multiple Choice
Perch Co. acquired 80% of the common stock of Float Corp. for $1,600,000. The fair value of Float's net assets was $1,850,000, and the book value was $1,500,000. The non-controlling interest shares of Float Corp. are not actively traded.
What amount of goodwill should be attributed to Perch at the date of acquisition?
A) $150,000.
B) $250,000.
C) $0.
D) $120,000.
E) $170,000.
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