Discuss whether the entries suggested by Li Chen are correct, explaining on a line-by-line basis the correct adjustment entry.
Jessica Ltd sold inventory during the current period to its wholly owned subsidiary, Amelie Ltd, for $15 000. These items previously cost Jessica Ltd $12 000. Amelie Ltd subsequently sold half the items to Ningbo Ltd for $8000. The tax rate is 30%. The group accountant for Jessica Ltd, Li Chen, maintains that the appropriate consolidation
SALES Dr 15000
Cost of sales Cr 13000
Inventory Cr 2000
Income tax expense Cr 300
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(i) Discuss whether the entries suggested by Li Chen are correct, explaining on a line-by-line basis the correct adjustment entry.
(ii) Determine the consolidation worksheet entries in the following year, assuming the inventory has been –sold, and explain the adjustments on a line-by-line basis.
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