In General, Standard Setters Require That Most Assets Be Recorded

question 86

Multiple Choice

In general, standard setters require that most assets be recorded using historical cost because

• A) current values may overstate assets and equity.
• B) current values may not always be representationally faithful.
• C) cost often cannot be verified.
• D) cost values may or may not be relevant.

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