If a Company Has Goodwill on Its Books

question 172

Multiple Choice

If a company has goodwill on its books:

• A) the goodwill is amortized over a period determined by the Board of Directors.
• B) the goodwill must be increased to its market value on a yearly basis.
• C) a loss must be recorded if the goodwill has decreased in value.
• D) it must expense it immediately.

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