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The following balance sheets have been prepared on December 31, 2016 for Clarke Corp. and Jensen Inc.
Balance Sheets
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Clarke uses the cost method to account for its 50% interest in Jensen, which it acquired on January 1, 2013. On that date, Jensen's retained earnings were $20,000. The acquisition differential was fully amortized by the end of 2016.
Clarke sold Land to Jensen during 2015 and recorded a $15,000 gain on the sale. Clarke is still using this Land. Clarke's December 31, 2016 inventory contained a profit of $10,000 recorded by Jensen.
Jensen borrowed $20,000 from Clarke during 2016 interest-free. Jensen has not yet repaid any of its debt to Clarke.
Both companies are subject to a tax rate of 20%.
-Prepare a Consolidated Balance Sheet for Clarke on December 31, 2016 assuming that Clarke's Investment in Jensen is a joint venture investment and is reported using proportionate consolidation.
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