An Impairment Loss Is Indicated Because the Estimated Undiscounted Sum

question 120

Essay

An impairment loss is indicated because the estimated undiscounted sum of future cash flows of $110 million is less than the book value of $121 million.
The amount of the loss to be reported is calculated using the estimated fair value rather than the undiscounted future cash flows:

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