What Are the Two Groups of Financial Statements Mandated by GASB

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Essay

What are the two groups of financial statements mandated by GASB Statement No. 34? For each group, what are the names of the individual statements that must be produced?

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Definitions:

Acquisition Cost

The total cost associated with acquiring an asset or investment, including the purchase price and all related expenses.

Due Diligence Fees

Costs associated with the research and analysis conducted before entering into an agreement or transaction.

Fair Value

The financial gain on unloading an asset or the financial duty to convey a liability in a coordinated market activity at the established valuation date.

Costs of Issuing

Expenses associated with the issuance of stocks or bonds, including underwriting, legal, and registration fees.