Q1. ASU 2020-04

There are differences between the IFRS and GAAP (after FASB issued ASU 2020-04 to simplify the accounting for goodwill impairment) regarding the following:

• Assignment/allocation of goodwill. (i.e., The levels at which goodwill is assigned /allocated)
• Impairment of goodwill and test(s) applied and its steps (i.e., Methods of determining impairment of goodwill)
• How impairment loss is recognized and allocated. (i.e., impairment loss[charge] calculation and allocation)
• Amortization and impairment of intangible assets other than goodwill

Discuss the accounting treatment of the preceding points under IFRS only. (Comparison is not required)

• Write your answer in the space provided in the following table:

	IFRS
Assignment/allocation of goodwill
Impairment of goodwill
How impairment loss is recognized and allocated
Amortization and impairment of intangible assets other than goodwill

(You must support your answer in this question with quality and up to date references.)

(12 Marks)

3) What is the difference between upstream sale of inventory and a downstream sale? Why is it important to know the direction of sale (Upstream/Downstream) when preparing the consolidated financial statements? (5 Marks)