Which of the Following Is a Form of Earnings Management

question 118

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a form of earnings management in which revenues and expenses are shifted between periods to reduce fluctuations in earnings?

• A) fraudulent financial reporting
• B) expense smoothing
• C) income smoothing
• D) Each of the above is correct.

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