Forming a Special Purpose Entity (SPE) Is a Common Way

question 17

True/False

Forming a special purpose entity (SPE) is a common way companies securitize receivables.

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Definitions:

Liabilities

Financial obligations or debts a company owes, which are expected to be paid in the future.

Increase Assets

The act of adding value to a company's assets through acquisitions, improvements, or successful business operations, leading to growth in the company's overall resources.

Decrease Assets

A decrease in assets refers to a reduction in the value or quantity of the resources owned by an entity, which can result from sales, disposals, or consumption in operations.

Accounting Equation

The accounting equation is the fundamental framework of double-entry bookkeeping, stating that Assets = Liabilities + Equity, ensuring financial statements are balanced.