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23 September, 17:53

Sheridan Company received $135000 in cash and a used computer with a fair value of $318000 from Carla Vista Co. for Sheridan Company's existing computer having a fair value of $453000 and an undepreciated cost of $420300 recorded on its books. The transaction has no commercial substance. How much gain should Sheridan recognize on this exchange, and at what amount should the acquired computer be recorded, respectively

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  1. 23 September, 18:34
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    The gain that Sheridan should recognize on this exchange is $135000

    Explanation:

    Where Exchange Transaction lacks commercial substance, the asset that is acquired is measured at the Carrying Amount or Undepreciated Cost of the asset given up.

    The gain will then include an further consideration acquired on the exchange of an asset.

    Entries to record the exchange are as follows:

    Cash $135000 (debit)

    New Asset at undepreciated cost $420300 (debit)

    Cost of Old asset given up $420300 (credit)

    Gain on exchange $135000 (credit)

    Conclusion:

    The gain that Sheridan should recognize on this exchange is $135000
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