When Computing the Amortization for a Discount or Premium for a Bond

question 108

True/False

When computing the amortization for a discount or premium for a bond issue only the effective amortization method is permissible under IFRS. Under GAAP however, the straight line or the effective interest method can be used with no regard to materiality.

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