Which of the following statements are correct? If a fixed asset's net book value is greater than its market value, the asset is considered to be: Select one: a. An impaired asset and needs to be written down. b. An impaired asset and needs to be written off. c. A valuable asset and needs to be written down. d. The normal condition for assets that increase in value over time. e. None of the above
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