Discussion questions:
1. Why are inventories valued at the lower-of-cost-or-net realizable value (LCNRV)?
2. What are the arguments against the use of the LCNRV method of valuing inventories?
3. Once equipment has been installed and placed in operation, subsequent expenditures relating to this equipment are frequently thought of as repairs or general maintenance and, hence, chargeable to operations in the period in which the expenditure is made. Actually, determination of whether such an expenditure should be charged to operations or capitalized involves a much more careful analysis of the character of the expenditure. What are the factors that should be considered in making such a decision? Discuss fully.
4. What are the two main characteristics of intangible assets?
5. What is goodwill?
6. What is a bargain purchase?
7. What are Tangible Assets?
8. What are Intangible Assets?