When Valley Co

question 93

Multiple Choice

When Valley Co. acquired 80% of the common stock of Coleman Corp., Coleman owned land with a book value of $75,000 and a fair value of $125,000.What is the total amount of excess land allocation at the acquisition date?

• A) $0.
• B) $40,000.
• C) $50,000.
• D) $60,000.
• E) $75,000.

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