The Steps Involved in Testing Goodwill for Impairment Using ASPE

question 5

Multiple Choice

The steps involved in testing goodwill for impairment using ASPE do NOT include

• A) comparing the current implied fair value of goodwill with its carrying amount.
• B) comparing the fair value of the reporting unit against its carrying amount including goodwill.
• C) all of these (all of these steps are involved in testing goodwill for impairment using ASPE).
• D) calculating the implied current fair value of goodwill.

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