In a restructuring it is possible that managers may use the opportunity to write down assets that do not even relate directly to the restructuring action. Why might a manager decide to write down an asset that is not included in the restructuring action?

a. The manager is practicing conservatism.

b. The write down relieves future periods of depreciation expense, which increases cash flows.

c. Normally the stock market reacts positively to restructuring and the greater the amount the better.

d. The write down relieves future periods of depreciation expense, which increases earnings.