When Jolt Co

question 48

Multiple Choice

When Jolt Co. acquired 75% of the common stock of Yelts Corp., Yelts owned land with a book value of $70,000 and a fair value of $100,000.
What is the amount of excess land allocation attributed to the controlling interest at the acquisition date?

• A) $0.
• B) $30,000.
• C) $22,500.
• D) $25,000.
• E) $17,500.

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