Which, If Any, of the Following Provisions Cannot Be Justified

question 139

Multiple Choice

Which, if any, of the following provisions cannot be justified as mitigating the effect of the annual accounting period concept?

• A)Nonrecognition of gain allowed for involuntary conversions.
• B)Net operating loss carryback and carryover provisions.
• C)Carry over of excess charitable contributions.
• D)Use of the installment method to recognize gain.
• E)Carry over of excess capital losses.

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Definitions:

Accounting Changes

Alterations or updates made to accounting methods, estimates, or reporting entity, which can impact the financial statements of a business.

Financial Statements

Formal records of the financial activities and position of a business, person, or other entity, including the balance sheet and income statement.

Future Value

The estimated value of an investment at a future point in time, based on its current value and expected growth rates over time, often used in financial planning and analysis.

Present Value

The current worth of a future sum of money or stream of cash flows given a specific rate of return.