On January 1, 20X1, the Moody Company Entered into a Transaction

question 1

Multiple Choice

On January 1, 20X1, the Moody Company entered into a transaction for 100% of the outstanding common stock of Osorio Company. To acquire these shares, Moody issued $400 in long-term liabilities and 40 shares of common stock having a par value of $1 per share but a fair value of $10 per share. Moody paid $20 to lawyers, accountants, and brokers for assistance in bringing about this acquisition. Another $15 was paid in connection with stock issuance costs. Prior to these transactions, the balance sheets for the two companies were as follows:

Note: Parentheses indicate a credit balance.
In Moody's appraisal of Osorio, three assets were deemed to be undervalued on the subsidiary's books: Inventory by $10, Land by $40, and Buildings by $60.
What amount was recorded as goodwill arising from this acquisition?

• A) $230.
• B) $120.
• C) $520.
• D) None. There is a gain on bargain purchase of $230.
• E) None. There is a gain on bargain purchase of $265.

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Definitions:

Prepaid Insurance

An asset account representing insurance payments made in advance of the coverage period, recognized as an expense over time.

Insurance Payable

A liability account that represents amounts owed for insurance premiums that are due but not yet paid.

Proprietorship

A business owned by one individual.

Drawing

Drawing refers to the withdrawal of cash or other assets from a company by the owner(s) for personal use, decreasing the owner's equity in the business.