CIMA F2 Advanced Financial Reporting F2 Question # 70 Topic 8 Discussion

CIMA F2 Advanced Financial Reporting F2 Question # 70 Topic 8 Discussion

F2 Exam Topic 8 Question 70 Discussion:
Question #: 70
Topic #: 8

WX acquired 20% of the equity share capital of MN for $135 million in 20X5. WX acquired a further 40% of the equity share capital of MN for $400 million on 1 October 20X8 when the fair value of the net assets of MN were $800 million.

The fair value of the initial 20% investment in MN was $175 million at 1 October 20X8. There has been no impairment of the investment in MN. WX uses the proportion of net assets method to value non-controlling interest at acquisition.

Calculate the goodwill arising on the acquisition of MN.

Give your answer to the nearest $ million.

 $ ?  million


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