If a Tax-Exempt Bond Will Yield Approximately

question 55

Essay

If a tax-exempt bond will yield approximately .65 (1 - .35) times the yield on a taxable bond of equal risk, who benefits from the tax exemption: the Federal government, the state and local governments who issue the bonds, or the investors?

Differentiate between various types of revenue recognition scenarios.

Comprehend the significance of performance obligations in revenue recognition.

Recognize the impact of customer contracts on revenue recognition.

Understand the treatment of interest in revenue transactions.

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