How is goodwill directly attributable to a segment treated?
AIncluded in segment assets
BExcluded from segment assets
CWritten off immediately
DDeducted from segment liabilities
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: A. Included in segment assets
Goodwill that belongs to a segment or can be reasonably allocated is part of its segment assets.
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