Which of the Following Would Appear on the Balance Sheet

question 139

Multiple Choice

Which of the following would appear on the balance sheet as a current liability?

• A) a probable loss in the amount of $4 million from a pending lawsuit
• B) a possible loss in the amount of $4 million from a pending lawsuit
• C) a probable loss from a pending lawsuit, the amount of which is not yet determinable
• D) a lawsuit for $4 million for which the likelihood of loss is remote

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