Question

Perch Co. acquired 80% of the common stock of Float Corp for $1,600,000. The fair value of Float's net assets was $1,850,000, and the book value was $1,500,000. The non-controlling interest shares of Float Corp are not actively traded.

1) What is the total amount of goodwill recognized at the date of acquisition?
a) $150,000
b) $250,000
c) $0
d) $120,000
e) $170,000
2. What amount of goodwill should be attributed to the non-controlling interest at the date of acquisition?
a) $0
b) $20,000
c) $30,000
d) $100,000
e) $120,000

Answer 1

1. a) $150,000

2. c) $30,000

Step-by-step explanation:

1) Goodwill of Controlling Interest = Purchase price - (FMV of Net Asset * % ownership)

= $1,600,000 - ( $1,850,000 * 80%)

= $120,000

Total amount of goodwill recognized at the date of acquisition = Goodwill of Controlling Interest / %ownership

= $120,000 / 80%

= $150,000

2. Amount of goodwill to be attributed to the non-controlling interest at the date of acquisition = Total amount of goodwill recognized at the date of acquisition - Goodwill of Controlling Interest

= $150,000 - $120,000

= $30,000