The existence of subjectivity in an asset valuation does not necessarily mean the valuation will not be reliable.All of the following are examples of this except:
A) where historical cost is used for accounts receivable, fixed assets, and other assets with values that remain relatively stable.
B) where market value is used for marketable equity securities, commodities, and financial assets are traded in liquid markets
C) where historical cost is used for LIFO inventory layers where inventory has seen an inflationary increase in costs.
D) where historical cost is used for internally generated intangible asset valuations.

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Historical cost for internally generated intangible assets is not reliable because these assets often lack a clear market value and their costs do not necessarily reflect their current or future economic benefits.

The Existence of Subjectivity in an Asset Valuation Does Not