INTERMEDIATE ACCOUNTING (LL)-W/ACCESS
INTERMEDIATE ACCOUNTING (LL)-W/ACCESS
17th Edition
ISBN: 9781119598565
Author: Kieso
Publisher: WILEY
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Chapter 12, Problem 1Q
To determine

Intangible assets: An asset that has no physical appearance but has money value is termed as intangible assets.

To determine the two main characteristics of intangible assets.

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Two Main Characteristics of Intangible assets are:

  1. Lack physical existence: Tangible assets such as property, plant, and equipment have physical form. Intangible assets do not have a physical form. The worth of these assets is determined on the basis of the advantages granted to the company using them.
  2. Non-financial instruments: Accounts receivable, bank deposits and long-term investments in bonds lack physical substance. But, they are not intangibles. Their value is determined by the right to get cash or cash equivalents in future.
Conclusion

Hence the two main characteristics of intangible assets are discussed.

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