The Implied Value of a Variable Interest Entity (VIE) at Acquisition

question 36

Multiple Choice

The implied value of a variable interest entity (VIE) at acquisition under Canadian GAAP is equal to:

• A) the fair value of the variable interest entity.
• B) the fair value of the non-controlling interest of the variable interest entity.
• C) the book value of the variable interest entity.
• D)the fair value of the consideration paid by the primary beneficiary plus the fair value of the non-controlling interest of the variable interest entity.

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