Goodwill is recognized when:
A) the purchase price of a company exceeds the fair market value of its net identifiable assets
B) the purchase price of a company exceeds the book value of its net identifiable assets
C) a company's actual earnings exceeds budgeted earnings
D) a company's actual earnings exceeds competitor's earnings

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Goodwill is recognized in accounting when a company is purchased for more than the fair market value of its net identifiable assets, reflecting intangible assets like brand reputation and customer relationships.

Goodwill Is Recognized When