One Motivation for Reducing Differences in Accounting Practices Across Countries

question 35

Multiple Choice

One motivation for reducing differences in accounting practices across countries is to:

• A)Decrease the flow of international capital.
• B)Allow greater competition among companies.
• C)Reduce companies' tax burdens.
• D)Make it easier for investors to compare companies from different countries.

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Definitions:

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