Differentiate between impairment and depreciation Depreciation is the result of systematic allocation of the depreciable amount of an asset over its estimated useful life. Depreciation for the accounting period is charged to net profit or loss for the period either directly or indirectly. However the impairment in the value of any asset is a fall in the value of an asset due to many reasons beyond the control of the company, so that its recoverable amount is now less than its carrying value in the balance sheet. Authorized and paid up capital difference Authorized Capital: A maximum limit of the amount of capital that a company can issue is mentioned in the Memorandum and Articles of Association of the company. Company cannot issue capital exceeding this amount unless it amends the memorandum and articles of association. Paid Up Capital: Paid up capital is amount that the company issues out of the authorized capital. • The minimum amount of capital th...