Which of the Following Statements Is Correct Regarding Accounting Treatment

question 14

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is correct regarding accounting treatment of goodwill?

• A)Goodwill is recorded as an asset and is not written off as an expense unless its value decreases.
• B)Goodwill is recorded as an asset and amortized over 5 years regardless of any change in value.
• C)Goodwill is recorded as an asset and amortized over 40 years unless its value decreases.
• D)Goodwill is expensed immediately in the year acquired.

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Definitions:

Utility Function

An analytic depiction of the way individuals order assortments of items based on their contentment or value received.

Equivalent Variation

A monetary measure of the change in utility or satisfaction that a consumer experiences due to a change in prices, holding utility constant.

Consumption

The use of goods and services by households or individuals for personal satisfaction or need.

Utility Function

A mathematical representation of how a set of goods or services provide a level of satisfaction or utility to an individual or entity.