When Using Purchase Accounting to Account for a Business Combination,the

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When using purchase accounting to account for a business combination,the subsidiary's assets and liabilities are reported on the consolidated balance sheet at their fair values at the date of purchase regardless of whether there is a noncontrolling interest.

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Definitions:

Return on Common Equity

A financial ratio indicating the amount of net income returned as a percentage of shareholders equity, measuring a company's profitability in generating profits from its equity financing.

Long-term Debt

Borrowings and financial obligations that are due for repayment beyond the period of one year.

Current Asset Turnover Ratio

A financial metric that measures the efficiency of a company's use of its current assets by comparing its net sales to its current assets.

Accounts Receivable

Money owed to a company by customers for goods or services that have been delivered or used but not yet paid for.