If an asset has a carrying value of $2,000 and its recoverable amount is $2,500, then $500 impairment loss has been incurred.

Carrying Value

The carrying value, or book value, is the value of an asset as recorded on the balance sheet, considering factors like depreciation and amortization.

Recoverable Amount

The higher of an asset's fair value less costs to sell and its value in use, indicating the maximum amount that can be recovered from an asset through its use or sale.

Impairment Loss

A decrease in the book value of a company's asset when the asset's market value drops below its book value.