Question on: WAEC Accounting - 2015

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Mr White acquired Mr Black's business for GH¢ 410,000. The total assets were GH¢ 670,000 and liabilities amounted to GH¢ 320,000.

How much was paid for goodwill?

A
GH¢ 350,000
B
GH¢ 260,000
C
GH¢ 90,000
D
GH¢ 60,000
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Correct Option: D

Assets 670,000 - liabilities 320,000 = 350,000 (business value after liabilities claims)

Purchase price 410,000 - 350,000 business value =  60,000 goodwill

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