Essay
On January 1, 2008, prior to the effective date for use of the acquisition method, Cranston Inc. reported net assets of $1,064,000, although equipment (with a four-year life) with a book value of $616,000 was worth $700,000. Peak Corp. paid $969,000 on that date for an 80% ownership interest in Cranston. Cranston's stock is not actively traded. Peak still owns its 80% interest in 2011.
-What is the consolidated goodwill balance on January 1, 2011, assuming the purchase method of accounting for business combinations is used?
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