Determine the book value of the goodwill on december 31


On July 1, 2005, Cumberland Products, Inc., purchased the assets of Jupiter Brands, Inc., for $12,000,000, a price reflecting a $3,200,000 goodwill premium. On December 31, 2007, Cumberland determined that the goodwill from the Jupiter acquisition was impaired and had a value of $1,000,000.

a. Determine the book value of the goodwill on December 31, 2007, prior to making the im- pairment adjusting entry.

b. Record the goodwill impairment adjusting entry for December 31, 2007.

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