alleryStart learning →The equity method is not applied to an investment that is what?
AHeld only for near-term sale
BHeld for over five years
CAcquired through a bonus issue
DHeld with board representation
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: A. Held only for near-term sale
An investment bought and held exclusively for disposal in the near future is excluded from the equity method.
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