McGuire Company Acquired 90 Percent of Hogan Company on January

McGuire Company acquired 90 percent of Hogan Company on January 1, 2014, for $234,000 cash. This amount is reflective of Hogan's total fair value. Hogan's stockholders' equity consisted of common stock of $160,000 and retained earnings of $80,000. An analysis of Hogan's net assets revealed the following: $$\begin{array} { l c c } & \text { Book Value } & \text { Fair Value } \\\text { Buildings (10-year life) } & \$ 10,000 & \$ 8,000 \\\text { Equipment (4-year life) } & 14,000 & 18,000 \\\text { Land } & 5,000 & 12,000\end{array}$$ Any excess consideration transferred over fair value is attributable to an unamortized patent with a useful life of 5 years. In consolidation at December 31, 2015, what adjustment is necessary for Hogan's Land account?

A) $7,000 decrease.
B) $7,000 increase.
C) $6,300 increase.
D) $6,300 decrease.
E) No adjustment is necessary.