On January 1, 20X1, Como Company purchased 45% of the outstanding common shares of the Lite Company for $200,000. The net assets

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On January 1, 20X1, Como Company purchased 45% of the outstanding common shares of the Lite Company for $200,000. The net assets

of Lite Company totaled $400,000. The inventory had a book value of $100,000 and a fair value of $120,000. Excess cost attributable to inventory is written off in 20X1. During 20X1, Lite Company earned $200,000 and declared a dividend of $40,000 for the year. The amount of the excess cost over book value attributable to inventory written off in 20X1 is: Multiple Choice $3,000. $7,500. $9,000. $4,500.

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