MacHeath Inc

question 29

Multiple Choice

MacHeath Inc.bought 60% of the outstanding common stock of Nomes Inc.in an acquisition that resulted in the recognition of goodwill.Nomes owned a piece of land that cost $250,000 but was worth $600,000 at the date of acquisition.What value would be attributed to this land in a consolidated balance sheet at the date of acquisition?

• A)$250,000.
• B)$150,000.
• C)$600,000.
• D)$360,000.
• E)$460,000.

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