Gains and Losses from Fluctuations in Exchange Rates on Transactions

question 51

Multiple Choice

Gains and losses from fluctuations in exchange rates on transactions carried out in a foreign currency are reported in:

• A) The balance sheet, as an adjustment to stockholders' equity.
• B) The income statement.
• C) The footnotes to the financial statements.
• D) The statement of retained earnings.

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