Paul and Ray sell musical instruments through their partnership.To bring in additional funds and expertise,they decide to admit Janet to the partnership.Paul's capital is $400,000,Ray's capital is $200,000,and they share income in a ratio of 7:3,respectively.
Required
Record Janet's admission and the recording of goodwill or inventory write-down,as indicated,for each of the following independent situations:
a)Janet invests $180,000 for a one-fourth interest.Goodwill is to be recorded.
b)Paul and Ray agree that some of the inventory is obsolete.The inventory account is decreased before Janet is admitted.Janet invests $190,000 for a one-fourth interest.
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The Answer of Paul and Ray sell musical instruments through their partnership.To bring in additional funds and expertise,they decide to admit Janet to the partnership.Paul's capital is $400,000,Ray's capital is $200,000,and they share income in a ratio of 7:3,respectively.
Required
Record Janet's admission and the recording of goodwill or inventory write-down,as indicated,for each of the following independent situations:
a)Janet invests $180,000 for a one-fourth interest.Goodwill is to be recorded.
b)Paul and Ray agree that some of the inventory is obsolete.The inventory account is decreased before Janet is admitted.Janet invests $190,000 for a one-fourth interest.
Problem 75 (continued):

Paul and Ray Sell Musical Instruments Through Their Partnership