Matrix, Inc. acquired 20% of Neo Enterprises for $500,000 on January 1, 2015. The fair value and book value of 20% of Neo's identifiable net assets was $500,000 and $480,000 on that date, and the difference was attributable to assets that would be depreciated over 10 years. During 2015 Neo recognized net income of $200,000 and paid dividends of $100,000. Neo had a total fair value of $528,000 as of December 31, 2015. Required: Prepare the journal entries necessary to account for the Neo investment, assuming that Matrix accounts for that investment as (1) an equity method investment. Show entries for the purchase of the investment, recognition of net income, receipt of dividends, and adjustment at year-end, as appropriate. Indicate whether gains or losses (realized, unrealized) are reported on the income statement or other comprehensive income.
Matrix, Inc. acquired 20% of Neo Enterprises for $500,000 on January 1, 2015. The fair value and book value of 20% of Neo's identifiable net assets was $500,000 and $480,000 on that date, and the difference was attributable to assets that would be
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