Definitions Provide Clear, Concise Answers for the Following

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Definitions
Provide clear, concise answers for the following:
1. What are cash and cash equivalents and how are they reported?
2. What are receivables and how are they reported?
3. How are receivables measured?
4. How are impairments relating to uncollectible receivables accounted for?
5. How can receivables be "converted" to cash prior to their collection from customers?
6. How are receivables analyzed?
7. Identify the main differences between private entity GAAP and IFRS with respect to the accounting for receivables?

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Definitions:

Mill Rates

Mill Rates are used in property tax assessments and represent the amount per $1,000 of assessed value of property. It is used to calculate the property taxes owed by property owners.

Property Tax

A levy on property that the owner is required to pay, usually collected by local government.

Assessed Value

The dollar value assigned to a property for purposes of measuring applicable taxes.

Property Tax

A levy imposed by a government on a property owner, based on the value of the property.