Chapter 3, Problem 39E

a.

To determine

Mention the meaning by the three numbers across the three columns relating to the

property, plant and equipment assets by using the information from the given table

regarding the acquisition of company, GM.

b.

To determine

Explain the reason for the $796 million “Goodwill” asset account (i.e., in the column

headed "Before Purchase Price Allocation reduced to zero (i.e., in the column headed

"After Purchase Price Allocation")

c

To determine

Mention how the $19,592 “Goodwill on acquisition” will be different from the goodwill asset account.

d

To determine

As intangible assets increased by $4,454 million as a result of the acquisition, then

specify the most likely intangible asset to which the given increase will relate and

mention the its reason also.

e

To determine

Mention the reason for the increase of deferred tax liabilities by $714 million.