Matching Part of the Cost of a Long-Lived Asset with the Revenues

question 142

Multiple Choice

Matching part of the cost of a long-lived asset with the revenues generated by the asset is:

• A)a basket purchase.
• B)not required by GAAP.
• C)not required by IFRS.
• D)depreciation.

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Definitions:

Public Companies

Companies that generally have a large number of issued shares and widespread ownership.

Segment Profit or Loss

The financial performance of a distinct part of a company that engages in business activities from which it may earn revenues and incur expenses, resulting in its own net profit or loss.

External Customers

Individuals or entities that are not part of an organization but use or purchase its products or services.

Reconciliation

The process of ensuring that two sets of records (usually the balances of two accounts) are in agreement. It is a key accounting process.