Prepare all of Spark's journal entries for 2024 to apply the equity method to this investment.
Prepare all of Spark's journal entries for 2024 to apply the equity method to this investment.
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Transcribed Image Text:On January 1, 2024, Spark Corporation acquired a 40% interest in Cranston Incorporated for $250,000. On that date, Cranston's balance sheet disclosed net assets of $430,000. During 2024, Cranston reported net income of $100,000 and
paid cash dividends of $30,000. Spark sold inventory costing $40,000 to Cranston during 2024 for $50,000. Cranston used all of this merchandise in its operations during 2024. Any excess cost over fair value is attributable to an unamortized
trademark with a 20-year remaining life. Prepare all of Spark's journal entries for 2024 to apply the equity method to this investment.
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