On January 1, 2022, Matsui Co. purchased 42% of the outstanding voting common stock of Yankee, Inc. for $300,500. The book value of the acquired shares was $275,500. The excess of cost over book value is attributable to an intangible asset on Yankee's books that was undervalued and had a remaining useful life of five years. For the year ended December 31, 2022, Yankee reported net income of $125,750 and paid cash dividends of $25,700. What is the carrying value of Matsui's investment in Yankee at December 31, 2022? Multiple Choice $342,521. $337,521. $289,706. $300,500.
On January 1, 2022, Matsui Co. purchased 42% of the outstanding voting common stock of Yankee, Inc. for $300,500. The book value of the acquired shares was $275,500. The excess of cost over book value is attributable to an intangible asset on Yankee's books that was undervalued and had a remaining useful life of five years. For the year ended December 31, 2022, Yankee reported net income of $125,750 and paid cash dividends of $25,700. What is the carrying value of Matsui's investment in Yankee at December 31, 2022?
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$342,521.
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$337,521.
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$289,706.
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$300,500.
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Investment is disclosed as an asset in the balance sheet, as it helps in earnings and future returns. An investment can be appreciated per the market situation and must be disclosed at the historical cost and adjustments must be made for appreciated value.
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