Question: Chapman Company obtains 1 0 0 percent of Abernethy Company s stock on January 1 , 2 0 2 3 . As of that date,

Chapman Company obtains 100 percent of Abernethy Companys stock on January 1,2023. As of that date, Abernethy has the following trial balance:
Items Debit Credit
Accounts payable - $ 50,900
Accounts receivable $ 40,400-
Additional paid-in capital -50,000
Buildings (net)(4-year remaining life)128,000-
Cash and short-term investments 68,750-
Common stock -250,000
Equipment (net)(5-year remaining life)407,500-
Inventory 119,000-
Land 82,000-
Long-term liabilities (mature 12/31/26)-171,500
Retained earnings, 1/1/23-338,850
Supplies 15,600-
Totals $ 861,250 $ 861,250
During 2023, Abernethy reported net income of $124,000 while declaring and paying dividends of $16,000. During 2024, Abernethy reported net income of $164,750 while declaring and paying dividends of $60,000.
Assume that Chapman Company acquired Abernethys common stock for $756,500 in cash. As of January 1,2023, Abernethys land had a fair value of $93,100, its buildings were valued at $194,800, and its equipment was appraised at $366,250. Chapman uses the equity method for this investment.
Required:
Prepare consolidation worksheet entries for December 31,2023, and December 31,2024.
Note: If no entry is required for a transaction/event, select "No journal entry required" in the first account field.

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