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"Goodwill is the value of the reputation of a firm in respect of the profits expected in future over and above the normal profits." Which of the following statements are incorrect in the context of goodwill?

A. It is tangible asset.

B. Goodwill exists only when the firm earns super profits.

C. It is intangible asset.

D. Goodwill tends to be low if the business is centrally located or is at a place having heavy customer traffic,

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

Solution

✅ Correct Option: 3

Goodwill is an intangible though real asset, so calling it tangible (A) is incorrect. Goodwill is high, not low, when a business is centrally located or enjoys heavy customer traffic, so D is also incorrect. Statements B and C are correct.

2025: 13 May Shift 2

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