According to GAAP Regarding Amortization of Goodwill, Which of the Following

question 51

Multiple Choice

According to GAAP regarding amortization of goodwill, which of the following statements is true?

• A) Goodwill recognized in consolidation must be amortized over 20 years.
• B) Goodwill recognized in consolidation must be expensed in the period of acquisition.
• C) Goodwill recognized in consolidation will not be amortized but subject to an annual test for impairment.
• D) Goodwill recognized in consolidation can never be written off.
• E) Goodwill recognized in consolidation must be amortized over 40 years.

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