Patent Corp

question 49

Multiple Choice

Patent Corp., a publicly accountable entity, purchased a company with the following assets and liabilities for $100,000: How much goodwill should be recorded?

• A)$47,000
• B)$53,000
• C)$70,000
• D)$100,000

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Reporting Date

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Future Earnings

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Incorrect Estimates

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