Immediately Prior to the Admission of Allen, the Sanson-Jeremy Partnership

question 33

Multiple Choice

Immediately prior to the admission of Allen, the Sanson-Jeremy Partnership assets had been adjusted to current market prices and the capital balances of Sanson and Jeremy were $80,000 and $120,000, respectively. If the parties agree that the business is worth $240,000, what is the amount of bonus that should be recognized in the accounts at the admission of Allen?

• A) $60,000
• B) $80,000
• C) $40,000
• D) $100,000

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