On 1 July 20X8 Berardo Ltd acquired 25% of the ordinary issued share capital of Ricky Ltd for $375 000. This investment gave rise to significant influence. The share capital and reserves of Ricky Ltd at 1 July 20X8 were:

$

Share capital 400 000

General reserve 250 000

Retained earnings 275 000

925 000

All the identifiable net assets of Ricky Ltd were stated at fair value at the date of acquisition except for a building whose carrying value was $50 000 less than the fair value. Goodwill arising on Berardos acquisition of Ricky was:

a. $131 250

b. $135 000

c. $143 750

d. $150 000