Form 5500 - Schedule T Using prior year coverage data in case of merger/acquisition

[MarZDoates]

We have a client (Corporation X) that sold their business to Corporation Y (unrelated). Both Corporations maintained 401(k) plans with similar provisions (eligibility, etc.).

Corporation Y amended its plan to permit Corporation X to merge its assets into their plan. The effective date of the merger was 12/23/02. I looked at 410(b)(6)©. If I am reading this correctly, it appears that Corporation X does not have to perform coverage testing for pye 12/23/02 (short plan year). They can rely on prior year coverage test information. Is that correct?

If so, how do we report this on the 5500? Do we complete question 10a(2) on Form 5500 and not file Schedule T for 2002?

I would appreciate any and all feedback!! Thanks.

[MarZDoates]

Oops. Looking further at the instructions for Schedule T, it appears that I would check 3e on Schedule T.

Still interested in any input. Thanks.