Sheffield Corporation purchased Sage Hill Company 3 years ago and at that time recorded goodwill of $460,000. The Sage Hill Division’s net assets, including the goodwill, have a carrying amount of $840,000. The fair value of the division is estimated to be $792,000. Prepare Sheffields' journal entry, if necessary, to record impairment of the goodwill.

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Sheffield Corporation purchased Sage Hill Company 3 years ago and at that time recorded goodwill of $460,000. The Sage Hill Division’s net assets, including the goodwill, have a carrying amount of $840,000. The fair value of the division is estimated to be $792,000.

Prepare Sheffields' journal entry, if necessary, to record impairment of the goodwill.

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