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AAmortised over ten years
BReduction in the parent's capital
CDeferred liability carried forward
DBargain purchase gain in profit
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: D. Bargain purchase gain in profit
When net assets exceed the consideration, the excess is a bargain purchase gain taken to profit or loss.
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