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question 11

Multiple Choice

Use the following information to answer questions
On January 1, 2013, Pent Company and Shelter Company had condensed balanced sheets as follows: On January 2, 2013 Pent borrowed $180,000 and used the proceeds to purchase 90% of the outstanding common stock of Shelter.This debt is payable in 10 equal annual principal payments, plus interest, starting December 30, 2013.Any difference between book value and the value implied by the purchase price relates to land.
On Pent's January 2, 2013 consolidated balance sheet,
-Noncurrent assets should be

• A)$390,000.
• B)$402,000.
• C)$408,000.
• D)$440,000.

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Definitions:

Operating Activities

Activities that relate directly to the operation of the business, including production, sales, and other functions that generate revenue and expenses.

Investments

Investments are assets or items acquired with the goal of generating income or appreciation, including stocks, bonds, real estate, or other vehicles of value.

Direct Method

A cash flow statement preparation method that discloses major classes of gross cash receipts and payments, as opposed to the indirect method which adjusts net income for non-cash transactions.

Operating Expenses

Operating expenses are the costs associated with running a business's core operations on a daily basis, excluding the cost of goods sold, such as rent, utilities, and payroll.