In consolidation, goodwill is treated as which type of asset?
ACurrent investment
BIntangible asset
CTangible fixed asset
DDeferred tax asset
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: B. Intangible asset
Goodwill lacks physical substance and is recognised as an intangible asset in the group statement of financial position.
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