What is the difference between tangible and intangible assets?

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  1. What is the difference between tangible and intangible assets?

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  • The tangible assets are those types of assets that are physically present, hence they can be seen or touched. 

 

  • The intangible assets represent the assets that are not physically present hence they can neither be seen nor touched, but can only be experienced.

 

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