Olthius Ltd

question 27

Multiple Choice

Olthius Ltd. purchased 60% of Fredo Ltd. for $1,500,000. At the date of acquisition, the carrying value of Fredo's net identifiable assets was $1,800,000 and the fair value was $2,200,000. What is the amount of the goodwill under the entity method?

• A)$(300,000)
• B)$120,000
• C)$300,000
• D)$400,000

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