Describe the Distribution of Consumption Model

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Essay

Describe the distribution of consumption model.What are its strengths and weaknesses? Give examples.

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Definitions:

Liability

An obligation of an entity arising from past transactions or events, the settlement of which may result in the transfer or use of assets, provision of services, or other yielding of economic benefits in the future.

Par Value

The face value of a bond or stock as stated by the issuing company.

Semiannual

Occurring twice a year or every six months.

Effective Interest Method

An accounting method for calculating the interest income or expense on a bond or loan to reflect the actual economic rate over the financial instrument's expected life.