In a corporate acquisition the:

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In a corporate acquisition, the purchase price paid for the acquired enterprise reflects the fair value of the assets and liabilities of the firm. Goodwill is then calculated as the difference between the purchase price and the fair value of net assets acquired. Goodwill is considered an asset on the acquiring company's balance sheet because it represents the premium paid for the acquired firm's earnings or strategic advantages that cannot be separately identified or valued. Therefore, D is the best choice as all three statements are true in a corporate acquisition.

In a Corporate Acquisition The