On January 1, 2008, prior to the effective date for use of the acquisition method, Cranston Inc. reported net assets of $1,064,000, although equipment (with a four-year life) with a book value of $616,000 was worth $700,000. Peak Corp. paid $969,000 on that date for an 80% ownership interest in Cranston. Cranston's stock is not actively traded. Peak still owns its 80% interest in 2011.
-What is the consolidated goodwill balance on January 1, 2011, assuming the purchase method of accounting for business combinations is used?

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The Answer of On January 1, 2008, prior to the effective date for use of the acquisition method, Cranston Inc. reported net assets of $1,064,000, although equipment (with a four-year life) with a book value of $616,000 was worth $700,000. Peak Corp. paid $969,000 on that date for an 80% ownership interest in Cranston. Cranston's stock is not actively traded. Peak still owns its 80% interest in 2011.
-What is the consolidated goodwill balance on January 1, 2011, assuming the purchase method of accounting for business combinations is used?

On January 1, 2008, Prior to the Effective Date for Use