On July 1, 2016, Harrelson Inc. acquired 25% of the shares of Jax Company. Harrelson paid $3,050,000 for the investment, and that amount is exactly equal to 25% of the book value of identifiable net assets on Jax’s balance sheet. Jax recognized net income of $1,500,000 for 2016, and paid $160,000 of dividends each quarter to its shareholders. After all closing entries are made, Harrelson’s “Investment in Jax Company” account would have a balance of: |
$3,157,500.
$3,237,500.
$3,431,250.
$3,385,000.
Expert Answer
After all closing entries are made, Harrelson’s “Investment in Jax Company” account would have a balance of:
$3,050,000 + 25 % * $1,500,000 * 6 /12 months
$ 3237500