The Following Are Preliminary Financial Statements for Black Co

question 45

Essay

The following are preliminary financial statements for Black Co.and Blue Co.for the year ending December 31, 2018, prior to Black's acquisition of Blue Co.
On December 31, 2018 (subsequent to the preceding statements), Black exchanged 10,000 shares of its $10 par value common stock for all of the outstanding shares of Blue.Black's stock on that date has a fair value of $50 per share.Black was willing to issue 10,000 shares of stock because Blue's land was appraised at $204,000.Black also paid $14,000 to attorneys and accountants who assisted in creating this combination.
Required:
Assuming that these two companies retained their separate legal identities, prepare a consolidation worksheet as of December 31, 2018.

Comprehend the role of supply and demand in determining market equilibrium and the effects of shifts in demand.

Analyze the economic rationale behind operational decisions, such as opening hours and seasonal adjustments.

Understand the key characteristics of a competitive market.

Analyze the dynamics of profits and losses in a competitive market, including long-run adjustments.

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Definitions:

Small-batch Production

A manufacturing technique focused on producing small quantities of products, allowing for customization and flexibility.

Continuous-process Production

A manufacturing method where raw materials are processed in a continuous flow through various stages to produce finished products.

Mass Production

The manufacturing of large quantities of standardized products, often utilizing assembly line techniques.

Small-batch Production

A production process characterized by the manufacturing of small quantities of goods tailored to specific customer needs or market demands.