Harper Inc. acquired 75% of the common stock of Mason Corp. for $2,400,000. The fair value of Mason's net assets was $2,900,000, and the book value was $2,500,000. The non-controlling interest shares of Mason Corp. are not actively traded. What is the total amount of goodwill recognized at the date of acquisition?
Harper Inc. acquired 75% of the common stock of Mason Corp. for $2,400,000. The fair value of Mason's net assets was $2,900,000, and the book value was $2,500,000. The non-controlling interest shares of Mason Corp. are not actively traded. What is the total amount of goodwill recognized at the date of acquisition?
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Transcribed Image Text:Harper Inc. acquired 75% of the common stock of Mason Corp. for $2,400,000. The
fair value of Mason's net assets was $2,900,000, and the book value was
$2,500,000. The non-controlling interest shares of Mason Corp. are not actively
traded.
What is the total amount of goodwill recognized at the date of acquisition?
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