When a Debtor Satisfies a Liability by Exchanging an Asset

question 114

Multiple Choice

When a debtor satisfies a liability by exchanging an asset of lesser value, it records the transfer

• A) on the basis of the fair value of the asset transferred and recognizes a gain on the debt restructuring.
• B) on the basis of the fair value of the asset transferred and recognizes a loss on the debt restructuring.
• C) on the basis of the future value of the asset transferred and recognizes a gain on the debt restructuring.
• D) on the basis of the future value of the asset transferred and recognizes a loss on the debt restructuring.

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