A Recently Issued FASB Standard Requires That an Impairment Loss

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Essay

A recently issued FASB standard requires that an impairment loss be recognized if the sum of the expected future net cash inflows (undiscounted and without interest charges)is less than the carrying value of the asset.The amount of the impairment loss recognized is the amount by which the carrying amount of the asset exceeds the fair value of the asset.
Provide examples of events or changes in circumstances that indicate that the recoverability of the carrying amount of an asset may have been impaired.
Evaluate the recognition criterion proposed by the FASB,specifically addressing the issue of using the undiscounted sum of the future net cash flows.

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Definitions:

Marketing Communications

The process of using various communication channels and tools in combination to deliver a clear, consistent, and compelling message about an organization and its products.

Loyalty Programs

Marketing strategies designed to encourage customers to continue to shop at or use the services of businesses associated with each program.

Federal Agencies

Government bodies established by the legislation to perform specific functions or duties at the national level.

FCC

The Federal Communications Commission, a United States government agency that regulates interstate and international communications by radio, television, wire, satellite, and cable.