In Relation to Applying an Amount Due from a Third

question 7

Multiple Choice

In relation to applying an amount due from a third party in a "set-off" situation,AASB 132 notes:

• A) That it is never permitted.
• B) That it is permitted only where the third party is a subsidiary of one of the other two parties.
• C) That it is permitted where there exists an agreement between the three parties that clearly establishes the right to set off.
• D) That it is only permitted where all three parties are part of the same consolidated group.
• E) That it is permitted only under circumstances where the third party is in administration and it is part of a debt forgiveness program.

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