Imperial Chemical Industries, a U

question 14

Multiple Choice

Imperial Chemical Industries, a U.K.corporation, recorded interest incurred in constructing fixed assets as an expense of £128,000,000.When reconciling its financial statements to U.S.GAAP, what should be done with this interest?

• A)It should be subtracted from the fixed asset account balance.
• B)It should be added to the fixed asset account balance.
• C)It should be deducted from retained earnings.
• D)This amount should be charged to accumulated depreciation.

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