Goodwill is often acquired as part of a business combination. Why, when separate incorporation is maintained, does

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Goodwill is often acquired as part of a business combination. Why, when separate incorporation is maintained, does Goodwill not appear on the Parent company's trial balance as a separate account?
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Goodwill is an important concept and terminology in accounting which means good reputation. The word goodwill is used at various places in accounting but it is recognized only at the time of a business combination. There are generally two types of...
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Advanced Accounting

ISBN: 978-1118037911

1st Canadian Edition

Authors: Gail Fayerman

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