Eagle and Falk are partners with capital balances of $45,000 and $25,000, respectively. They agree to admit Robb as a partner. After ther assets of the partnership are r*ued, Robb will have a 25% interest in capital and profits, for an investment of $30,000. What amount should be recorded as goodwill to the original partners?
a. $0
b. $5,000
c. 7,500
d. 20,000
Answer:D
Choice “d” is correct, $20,000.
Robb’s investment:
25% of total capital = $30,000
Calculate total capital $30,000/0.25
Total capital = $120,000
Less existing capital balances:
Eagle $45,000 Falk 25,000
Robb 30,000
Total assets contributed = $100,000
Goodwill to original partners = $20,000