Reference no: EM132628478
On 1 April 2019, Rosebud Ltd purchased 85% of the shares of Elmdale Ltd, for $175,000. At acquisition date, Elmdale Ltd's equity comprised:
ElmdaleLtd Asset revaluation surplus $20,000
Retained earnings 22,000
Share capital 123,000
On 1 April 2019, all the identifiable assets and liabilities of Elmdale Ltd were recorded at fair value. Additional information
(a) On 1 April 2019, Rosebud Ltd gave Elmdale Ltd a loan of $25,000, accruing interest at a rate of 8%.
(b) On 31 August 2019, Rosebud Ltd provided consulting services to Elmdale Ltd for $8,200. This is paid for in cash.
(c) During the period ending 31 March 2020, Elmdale Ltd paid $16,000 in cash dividends.
(d) During the period ending 31 March 2020, Elmdale Ltd declared (but not paid) $14,000 in dividends.
(e) During the reporting period ending 31 March 2020, Rosebud Ltd sold inventories to Elmdale Ltd for $16,000. The inventories had previously cost Rosebud Ltd $12,000.
(f) On 30 September 2019, Elmdale Ltd sold Rosebud Ltd Land for $80,000. This had originally cost Elmdale Ltd $30,000.
(g) The tax rate is 30%.
Required:
Problem 1: Using the information provided above, prepare the adjusting journal entries for the consolidation worksheet at 31 March 2020. Show all of your workings.