On May 20, Montero Company paid $240,000 to acquire 105 shares (5%) of ORD Corporation as a long-term investment. On August 5, Montero sold one-tenth of the ORD shares for $25,500. 1. Prepare entries to record both the acquisition and the sale of these shares. 2. Should this stock investment be reported at fair value or at cost on the balance sheet?
On May 20, Montero Company paid $240,000 to acquire 105 shares (5%) of ORD Corporation as a long-term investment. On August 5, Montero sold one-tenth of the ORD shares for $25,500. 1. Prepare entries to record both the acquisition and the sale of these shares. 2. Should this stock investment be reported at fair value or at cost on the balance sheet?
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Transcribed Image Text:On May 20, Montero Company paid $240,000 to acquire 105 shares (5%) of ORD Corporation as a long-term investment. On August 5,
Montero sold one-tenth of the ORD shares for $25,500.
1. Prepare entries to record both the acquisition and the sale of these shares.
2. Should this stock investment be reported at fair value or at cost on the balance sheet?
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Prepare entries to record both the acquisition and the sale of these shares.
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Prepare entries to record both the acquisition and the sale of these shares.
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On May 20, Montero Company paid $240,000 to acquire 105 shares (5%) of
ORD Corporation as a long-term investment.
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May 20
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