Q1. In a group of companies Palo Plc acquired 80% of the shares of Pilo Plc on 1 January, 2012 when Pilo Plc had retained earnings of K16, 000. The market price of Pilo's shares just before the date of acquisition was K2.50. Palo Plc values non-controlling interest at fair value not at market value. Good will is not impaired. The statement of financial position of Palo Pic and Pilo Plc at 31 December, 2012 were as follows: Property, plant and equipment Shares in Mix Current assets PALO PLC K 70,000 68,000 128,000 52,000 100.000 PILO PLC K 60,000 50,000 35,000 0 000
Q1. In a group of companies Palo Plc acquired 80% of the shares of Pilo Plc on 1 January, 2012 when Pilo Plc had retained earnings of K16, 000. The market price of Pilo's shares just before the date of acquisition was K2.50. Palo Plc values non-controlling interest at fair value not at market value. Good will is not impaired. The statement of financial position of Palo Pic and Pilo Plc at 31 December, 2012 were as follows: Property, plant and equipment Shares in Mix Current assets PALO PLC K 70,000 68,000 128,000 52,000 100.000 PILO PLC K 60,000 50,000 35,000 0 000
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