If a Company Chooses the Revaluation Model Permitted in IAS

question 3

Multiple Choice

If a company chooses the revaluation model permitted in IAS 16 for fixed asset measurement:

• A) annual revaluations must be performed on each class of assets.
• B) it must update the valuation so that the balance sheet represents fair value on the balance sheet date.
• C) appraisals must be performed by an official of the IASB.
• D) the depreciated replacement cost must be used as the fair value of the fixed asset.

Recognize the impact of diversification on risk reduction.

Distinguish between systematic and unsystematic risks and understand the role of beta in measuring systemic risk.

Conceptualize the importance of correlation coefficients in portfolio diversification and risk management.

Understand the significance of excess returns and their calculation.

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