North Ltd acquired $100,000 of shares in South Ltd for trading purposes on 1 January20X3. Transaction costs of $2,000 were incurred. The fair value of the shares at 31December 20X3 was $120, 500. Choose the account names and calculate the amountthat correctly account for this investment on 31 December 20X3 (amount for the creditentry is not required).

In investment accounting intention of the buyer will decide the accounting treatment of the…

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