The Initial Recognition of the Costs Associated with Intangible Assets

question 8

Multiple Choice

The initial recognition of the costs associated with intangible assets as an asset rather than an expense:

• A) is consistent with the treatment of these costs for income tax purposes
• B) is allowable provided that a future economic benefit exists
• C) is allowable provided that the cost is material
• D) all of the above

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