Complete question:
Perch Co. acquired 80% of the common stock of Float Corp. for $1,600,000. The fair value of Float's net assets was $1,850,000, and the book value was $1,500,000. The non-controlling interest shares of Float Corp. are not actively traded. What amount of goodwill should be attributed to the non-controlling interest at the date of acquisition?
a. 150,000
b. 250,000
c. 0
d. 120,000
e. 170,000
Answer:
150,000 of goodwill should be attributed to the non-controlling interest at the date of acquisition
Solution:
A non-controlling interest (NCI) is a role in which a owner holds less than 50% of remaining and has little control over decisions. A minority ownership is often known as the minority interest. Non-controlling interests are calculated by their net worth and are not eligible for future right to vote.
Now , Calculate the amount
Cost(PP) - 1,600/0.8 = 2,000
FV - 1,850
GW = 1,850 - 2,000
= 150,000
