An Accountant Is Uncertain About the Best Estimate of an Amount

question 164

Multiple Choice

An accountant is uncertain about the best estimate of an amount for a business transaction.If there are two possible amounts that could be recorded,the amount least likely to overstate assets and earnings is selected.Which of the following qualities is characterized by this action?

• A)Comparability
• B)Conservatism
• C)Materiality
• D)Neutrality

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