Problem: Incomplete Data with Purchase Differential
Kasper Corporation acquired controlling interest over Timmin Company on January 1, 20X7, and a consolidated balance was prepared. Partial balance sheet data for Kasper, Timmin, and the consolidated entity follow:
KASPER CORPORATION AND TIMMIN COMPANY
Partial Balance Sheet Data
January 1, 20X7
Kasper Timmin Consolidated
Item Corporation Company Entity
Cash and Accounts Receivable $180,000 $ 60,000 $ 240,000
Inventory 200,000 100,000 328,000
Land 100,000 50,000 167,000
Buildings and Equipment (net) 400,000 150,000 588,000
Investment in Timmin Stock
Total $ ? $360,000 $1,323,000
Accounts Payable $ 70,000 $ 40,000 $ 110,000
Bonds Payable 300,000 300,000
Common Stock ? 150,000 250,000
Retained Earnings 567,000 170,000 ?
Noncontrolling Interest 96,000
Total $ ? $360,000 $1,323,000
The fair value of Timmin’s land was $80,000, and the fair value of its buildings and equipment was $220,000 at the date of acquisition.
Required:
a. What amount of retained earnings is reported in the consolidated balance sheet?
b. What percentage ownership of Timmin does Kasper hold?
c. What is the fair value of inventory held by Timmin at January 1, 20X7?
d. What is the fair value of Timmin’s net assets at January 1, 20X7?
e. What amount did Kasper pay to acquire its ownership in Timmin?
f. Give all eliminating entries needed to prepare the consolidated balance sheet for Kasper and Timmin.