In Relation to the Measurement of an Asset,the Amount of Consideration

question 47

Multiple Choice

In relation to the measurement of an asset,the amount of consideration given to acquire the asset at its acquisition date is known as its:

• A)historical cost.
• B)current cost.
• C)realisable value.
• D)present value.

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