When Translating from the Functional Currency into the Presentation Currency

question 28

Multiple Choice

When translating from the functional currency into the presentation currency, exchange differences arise because of which of the following?

• A) Opening net assets are translated at a closing rate different from the previous closing rate
• B) Income and expense items are translated at rates different from the closing rate used for all assets and liabilities
• C) Both a and b
• D) None of the above

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