Question - When one media company buys another, goodwill is often the most costly asset acquired. World Media paid $700,000 to acquired the Dandy Dime, a weekly advertising paper. At the time of the acquisition, The Dandy Dime's balance sheet reported total assets of $1,200,000 and liabilities of $600,000. The fair market value of The Dandy Dime's assets was $800,000.
1. How much goodwill did World Media purchase as part of the acquisition of The Dandy Dime?
2. Journalize World Media;s acquisition of The Dandy Dime.
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