Question: Jackson Company acquires 100% of the stock of Clark Corporation on January 1, 2020, for $4,100 cash. As of that date Clark has the

 Jackson Company acquires 100% of the stock of Clark Corporation on January



Jackson Company acquires 100% of the stock of Clark Corporation on January 1, 2020, for $4,100 cash. As of that date Clark has the following trial balance: Debit Credit $ 500 Cash Accounts receivable 600 Inventory Buildings (net) (5 year life) Equipment (net) (2 year life) Land 900 1,600 1,000 900 $ 400 Accounts payable Long-term liabilities (due 12/31/22) 1,900 Common stock Additional paid-in capital Retained earnings 1,000 700 1,500 Total $5,500 $5,500 Net income and dividends reported by Clark for 2020 and 2021 follow: 2020 2021 Net income Dividends $120 $140 40 50 The fair value of Clark's net assets that differ from their book values are listed below: Fair Value Buildings Equipment Land $1,200 1,350 1,300 Long-term liabilities 1,750 Any excess of consideration transferred over fair value of net assets acquired is considered goodwill with an indefinite life. Compute the amount of Clark's buildings that would be reported in a December 31, 2020, consolidated balance sheet. Multiple Choice $1,200. $1,280. $1,520. $1,600.

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