What Three Tests Are Used to Evaluate an Operating Segment

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Essay

What three tests are used to evaluate an operating segment in order to determine if it is a reportable segment?

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Definitions:

Liquidation

The process of winding up a company's financial affairs by selling its assets to pay off its debts, eventually leading to the dissolution of the company.

Liquidator's Receipts

The proceeds collected by a liquidator during the process of winding up a company, distributed to claimants and creditors according to statutory priorities.

Joint Arrangements

Agreements between two or more parties to undertake an economic activity that is subject to joint control.

Joint Ventures

A business arrangement in which two or more parties agree to pool their resources for the purpose of accomplishing a specific task.