Paque Corporation owns 90% of the common stock of Segal Company. The stock was purchased for $810,000
Question:
Paque Corporation owns 90% of the common stock of Segal Company. The stock was purchased for $810,000 on January 1, 2022, when Segal Company’s retained earnings were $150,000. Financial data for 2026 are presented here:
The January 1, 2026, inventory of Paque Corporation includes $45,000 of profit recorded by Segal Company on 2025 sales. During 2026, Segal Company made intercompany sales of $300,000 with a markup of 20% of selling price. The ending inventory of Paque Corporation includes goods purchased in 2026 from Segal Company for $75,000. Paque Corporation uses the complete equity method to record its investment in Segal Company.
Required:
A. Prepare the consolidated statements workpaper for the year ended December 31, 2026.
B. Calculate consolidated retained earnings on December 31, 2026, using the analytical or t- account approach.
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