On October 1, 2011, Jarvis Co

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On October 1, 2011, Jarvis Co. sold inventory to a customer in a foreign country, denominated in 100,000 local currency units (LCU). Collection is expected in four months. On October 1, 2011, a forward exchange contract was acquired whereby Jarvis Co. was to pay 100,000 LCU in four months (on February 1, 2012) and receive $78,000 in U.S. dollars. The spot and forward rates for the LCU were as follows:

The company's borrowing rate is 12%. The present value factor for one month is .9901.
Any discount or premium on the contract is amortized using the straight-line method.
Assuming this is a fair value hedge; prepare journal entries for this sales transaction and forward contract.

Describe the characteristics and effects of progressive, proportional, and lump-sum tax systems.

Understand the benefits principle of taxation and its application.

Comprehend the concept of marginal vs. average tax rates.

Analyze the implications of using specific taxes for public finance.

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