Which of the Following Statements Is Correct with Respect to the Goodwill

question 21

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is correct with respect to the Goodwill implied from an Investment accounted for using the Equity Method?

• A)The Goodwill is tested annually for impairment.
• B)The Goodwill is amortized over 40 years.
• C)Impairment is deemed to have occurred if the market value of the Investment has permanently declined below the investor's carrying value.
• D)An adjustment is made to the Investment account only if the market value of the Investment drops significantly below the investor's carrying value,regardless of whether such a drop is permanent in nature.

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