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When the purchase consideration is more than net assets taken over, the difference will be debited to

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✅ Correct Option: 3

If purchase consideration is greater than net assets acquired, the excess represents payment for intangible value (goodwill) and is debited to Goodwill A/c. If purchase consideration is less than net assets, the difference is credited to Capital Reserve A/c.

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