Question 42 (1 point) An agreement between firms to create a separate, co-owned entity established to pursue a joint goal is called a: 1) Consolidation. 2) Strategic alliance. 3) Joint venture. 4) Merged alliance. 5) Takeover project. Question 43 (1 point) Under which circumstances will a lessor likely charge higher lease rates? 1) if the lessor D Os tax rate increases 2) if the cost of borrowing increases 3) if the residual value of the asset increases 4) if the purchase price of the asset decreases