The Laws of Thermodynamics Indicate That Systems Tend to Become

question 10

Multiple Choice

The laws of thermodynamics indicate that systems tend to become less ordered and that the __________, a measure of disorder or randomness of the universe, always increases.

• A) entropy
• B) enthalpy
• C) Gibbs free energy
• D) all of the above
• E) none of the above

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Definitions:

Amortisation

The systematic allocation of the depreciable amount of an intangible asset over its useful life.

Impairment

A reduction in the recoverable value of an asset below its carrying amount on the balance sheet, leading to a write-down of its value.

Intangible Assets

Non-physical assets owned by a business that have a useful life, such as patents, trademarks, and copyrights.

Capitalised

Expenses or costs that are added to the cost basis of a fixed asset on a company's balance sheet, rather than being expensed immediately.