Which of the Following Will Result in the Recognition of an Impairment

question 73

Multiple Choice

Which of the following will result in the recognition of an impairment loss on goodwill?

• A) Goodwill amortization is to be recognized annually on a systematic and rational basis.
• B) Both the fair value of a reporting unit and its associated implied goodwill fall below their respective carrying values.
• C) The fair value of the entity declines significantly.
• D) The fair value of a reporting unit falls below the original consideration transferred for the acquisition.
• E) The entity is investigated by the SEC and its reputation has been severely damaged.

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