Jim Company acquired a100% of the common stock of John Company on January 1, 2023. John Company
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Jim Company acquired a100% of the common stock of John Company on January 1, 2023. John Company maintains separate incorporation. Immediately following the acquisition, Jim and John had the following shareholders’ equity accounts:
Jim | John | |
Common stock | 300,000 | 200,000 |
Additional Paid-in Capital | 200,000 | 250,000 |
Retained Earnings (1/1/2023) | 300,000 | 150,000 |
Total SE | 800,000 | 600,000 |
Determine the shareholder equity accounts of the consolidated company on the date of acquisition? Please, explain your answer.
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