Kosher Pickle Company acquires all the outstanding stock of Midwest Produce for $19 million. The fair value of Midwest’s assets is $14.3 million. The fair value of Midwest’s liabilities is $2.5 million. Calculate the amount paid for goodwill.

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Kosher Pickle Company acquires all the outstanding stock of Midwest Produce for $19 million. The fair value of Midwest’s assets is $14.3 million. The fair value of Midwest’s liabilities is $2.5 million. Calculate the amount paid for goodwill.

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