The Effect of the Pre-Acquisition Entry Is to Eliminate the 'Shares

question 20

Multiple Choice

The effect of the pre-acquisition entry is to eliminate the 'Shares in subsidiary' asset and the:

• A) equity of the subsidiary at the acquisition date.
• B) equity of the parent at the acquisition date.
• C) net assets of the subsidiary at the acquisition date.
• D) net assets of the parent at the acquisition date.

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