Which of the Following Is Not a Difference Between IFRS

question 16

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is not a difference between IFRS and U.S.GAAP in according for non-current liabilities?

• A)Non-current liabilities follow current liabilities on the statement of financial position under U.S.GAAP, but precede current liabilities under IFRS.
• B)The criteria for recognizing environment liabilities is more stringent under U.S.GAAP compared to IFRS.
• C)Bond issuance costs are recorded as a reduction of the carrying value of the debt under U.S.GAAP but are recorded as an asset and amortized to expense over the term of the debt under IFRS.
• D)Under U.S.GAAP, bonds payable is recorded at the face amount and any premium or discount is recorded in a separate account.Under IFRS, bonds payable is recorded at the carrying value so no separate premium or discount accounts are used.

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