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ACCA · Question 36 · Preparing simple consolidated financial statements
Scenario: TechNova PLC acquired 80% of CyberNetix Ltd on 1 Jan 20X5 for $500,000 cash. At acquisition, CyberNetix's retained earnings were $200,000 and share capital was $100,000. NCI fair value at acquisition was $120,000. During 20X5, TechNova sold goods to CyberNetix for $80,000 (25% mark-up on cost). Half remained in inventory at year-end (31 Dec 20X5). CyberNetix's 20X5 profit was $150,000.
What is the fair value of the consideration transferred by TechNova PLC? (Enter numbers only)
Scenario: TechNova PLC acquired 80% of CyberNetix Ltd on 1 Jan 20X5 for $500,000 cash. At acquisition, CyberNetix's retained earnings were $200,000 and share capital was $100,000. NCI fair value at acquisition was $120,000. During 20X5, TechNova sold goods to CyberNetix for $80,000 (25% mark-up on cost). Half remained in inventory at year-end (31 Dec 20X5). CyberNetix's 20X5 profit was $150,000.
What is the fair value of the consideration transferred by TechNova PLC? (Enter numbers only)
How to approach this question
Identify the amount paid by the parent company to acquire the subsidiary.
Full Answer
The consideration transferred is the $500,000 cash paid by TechNova PLC.
Common mistakes
Adding the NCI value to the consideration.
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