Assume that Chapman Company acquired Abernethy's common stock for $490,000 in cash. As of January 1, 2017, Abernethy's land had a fair value of $90,000, its buildings were valued at $160,000, and its equipment was appraised at $180,000. Chapman uses the equity method for this investment. Prepare consolidation worksheet entries for December 31, 2017, and December 31, 2018.

Chapman Company obtains 100 percent of Abernethy Company's stock on January 1, 2017. As of that date, Abernethy has the following trial balance:

During 2017, Abernethy reported net income of $80,000 while declaring and paying dividends of $10,000. During 2018, Abernethy reported net income of $110,000 while declaring and paying dividends of $30,000.

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Debit Credit $ 50,000 Accounts payable Accounts receivable Additional paid-in capital Buildings (net) (4-year remaining life) Cash and short-term investments Common stock Equipment (net) (5-year remaining life) Inventory Land Long-term liabilities (mature 12/31/20) Retained earnings, 1/1/17 Supplies $40,000 50,000 120,000 60,000 250,000 200,000 90,000 80,000 150,000 100,000 10,000 $600,000 Totals. $600,000