alleryStart learning →The depreciable amount of an intangible asset equals:
ACarrying amount less impairment
BFair value less disposal costs
CCost less residual value
DCost plus residual value
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: C. Cost less residual value
Only the cost net of the expected residual value is spread over the useful life as amortisation.
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