Following the Guidance of the New ASU,the Total Decrease in Earnings

question 60

Multiple Choice

Following the guidance of the new ASU,the total decrease in earnings (pretax) in Karla's December 31,2016,income statement would be:

• A)$5,000.
• B)$7,400.
• C)$8,400.
• D)$9,000.

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Definitions:

Income Recognition

The process by which revenue is accounted for and recorded on the financial statements in the period it is earned and can be reliably measured.

Equity Method

The equity method is an accounting technique used for recording investments in associate companies, recognizing the investor’s share of profits or losses which is proportional to their investment.

Investor's Financial Statements

Financial reports prepared to give shareholders and potential investors insight into a company's financial status and operations.

IAS 28

An International Accounting Standard governing the accounting for investments in associates and joint ventures.