Question: Hoyle, Schaefer and Doupnik Chapter4 Problem 27 Parker, Inc. acquires 70% of Sawyer Company for $420,000. The remaining 30% of Sawyers outstanding shares continue to
Hoyle, Schaefer and Doupnik Chapter4 Problem 27
Parker, Inc. acquires 70% of Sawyer Company for $420,000. The remaining 30% of Sawyers outstanding shares continue to trade at a collective value of $174,000. On the acquisition date, Sawyer has the following accounts:
| Book Values | Fair Values | |
| Current Assets | $210,000 | $210,000 |
| Land | 170,000 | 180,000 |
| Building | 300,000 | 330,000 |
| Liabilities | (280,000) | (280,000) |
The buildings have a 10-year life. In addition, Sawyer holds a patent worth $140,000 that has a five-year life but is not recorded on its financial records.
1) What is the goodwill at the acquisition date? (Provide calculation here)
2) What is the proportion of goodwill assigned to NCI? (Provide calculation here)
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