What are 2 specific criteria essential to determine whether to recognize an intangible asset in a business combination?

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  1. What are 2 specific criteria essential to determine whether to recognize an intangible asset in a business combination?
  2. What are some reasons that a business combination take place?

  3. Goodwill is often acquired as part of a business combination. Why, when separate incorporation is maintained, then goodwill does not appear on parent’s company trial balance as a separate account?

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Intangible asset:

An intangible asset is a non-physical asset with no intrinsic physical form but represents a valuable resource for a business or entity. Intangible assets are long-term assets that can contribute to the future revenue generation and value of a company. These assets lack a physical presence and are typically not financial instruments.

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