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State 'True' Or 'False' the Goodwill Brought in by a New Partner is Shared by the Old Partners.

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State 'True' or 'False'
The goodwill brought in by a new partner is shared by the old partners.

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  • True

  • False

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Solution

True

Explanation: Goodwill brought in by a new partner is shared by the old partners in their sacrificing ratio. At the time of admission, the new partner acquires the right to share future profits; so, in exchange, he/she should compensate the sacrificing partners. Such compensation is known as premium for goodwill.

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Chapter 3: Reconstitution of Partnership (Admission of Partner) - Exercise 4 [Page 108]

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Micheal Vaz Book Keeping and Accountancy [English] 12 Standard HSC Maharashtra State Board
Chapter 3 Reconstitution of Partnership (Admission of Partner)
Exercise 4 | Q 2 | Page 108

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