In Order to Assess an Entity's Cash Performance It Is

question 25

Multiple Choice

In order to assess an entity's cash performance it is common to classify its activities into operating, investing and financing. For a medical practice, which of the following would be an operating activity?

• A) Billing a patient for a consultation.
• B) Purchasing new equipment for the surgery.
• C) Repaying a portion of a loan.
• D) Selling an old computer.

Identify and classify different types of investments a company can hold.

Understand the concepts of fair value, amortized cost, and original cost in relation to investments.

Demonstrate knowledge of the equity method for accounting for investments and its application when significant influence is exerted over the investee.

Recognize the different accounting methods for short-term and long-term investments and their reporting requirements under both GAAP and IFRS.

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