A Corporation Evaluates the Need for a Valuation Allowance by Comparing

question 80

True/False

A corporation evaluates the need for a valuation allowance by comparing both positive and negative evidence that the corporation will realize a deferred tax asset in the future.

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Definitions:

Commercial Substance

Commercial substance is a concept that a transaction significantly changes the economic position or cash flows of a company, beyond the mere transfer of assets or obligations.

GAAP

Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, a standard framework of guidelines for financial accounting that includes the details, complexities, and legalities of business and corporate accounting.

Intangible Assets

Intangible assets are non-physical assets having a useful life greater than one year, such as patents, trademarks, and goodwill, that a company owns and can create economic benefit.

IFRS

International Financial Reporting Standards, a set of global accounting standards for financial reporting.