When it is probable that total contract costs will exceed total contract revenue, how shall it be accounted for? Group of answer choices The expected loss shall be recognized as an expense immediately only when the outcome of a construction contract cannot be estimated reliably. The expected loss shall be recognized as an expense immediately regardless of the certainty or uncertainty of the outcome of a construction contract. The expected loss shall be accounted for based on company’s policy. The expected loss shall be recognized as an expense by reference to the state of completion of the contract activity at the end of the reporting period when the outcome of a construction contract cannot be estimated reliably. PreviousNext

When it is probable that total contract costs will exceed total contract revenue, how shall it be accounted for? Group of answer choices The expected loss shall be recognized as an expense immediately only when the outcome of a construction contract cannot be estimated reliably. The expected loss shall be recognized as an expense immediately regardless of the certainty or uncertainty of the outcome of a construction contract. The expected loss shall be accounted for based on company’s policy. The expected loss shall be recognized as an expense by reference to the state of completion of the contract activity at the end of the reporting period when the outcome of a construction contract cannot be estimated reliably. PreviousNext

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Chapter8: Revenue Recognition, Receivables, And Advances From Customers

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Which statement is true when the outcome of construction contract cannot be estimated reliably? a. Contract costs shall be recognized as an expense in the period when incurred. b. Revenue shall be recognized only to the extent of contract costs incurred that is probable will be recoverable c. All of these statements are true. d. An expected loss on the construction contract shall be recognized as an expense immediately.
When it is probable that total contract costs will exceed total contract revenue, how shall the long-term contractor account for the difference? The expected loss shall be recognized as an expense taking into account the percentage of completion as of the end of the period. The expected profit shall be recognized as a profit immediately. The expected loss shall be recognized as a profit taking into account the percentage of completion as of the end of the period. The expected loss shall be recognized as an expense immediately
Which of the following statements regarding the recognition of expenses related to long-term contracts under IFRS is true? A: General and administrative expenses are normally recognized as an asset. B: The cost of wasted resources of an abnormally high amount are recognized as an asset until the performance obligation has been met. C: If capitalized costs are no longer expected to be recovered through the contract, a portion of contract revenue should be reversed. D: Costs that will be reimbursed by the customer are recognized as an asset.
When the outcome of a construction contract cannot be estimated reliably, how shall contract revenue and contract costs associated with the construction contract be recognized? Group of answer choices They shall be recognized as revenue and expenses respectively by reference to the state of completion of the contract activity at the end of the reporting period also known as by percentage of completion method. They shall be recognized as revenue and expenses respectively by the date of earning of revenue or incurring of expenses also known as accrual method. They shall be recognized as revenue and expenses respectively by reference to the percentage of collection of receivables from customers also known as by installment method. Revenue shall be recognized only to the extent of contract cost incurred that is probable will be recoverable and the contract cost shall be recognized as an expense in the period in which there are incurred also known as cost recovery or zero-profit…
15 When it is probable that total contract costs will exceed total contract revenue, how shall the long-term contractor account for the difference? Group of answer choices a. The expected profit shall be recognized as a profit immediately. b. The expected loss shall be recognized as an expense taking into account the percentage of completion as of the end of the period. c. The expected loss shall be recognized as a profit taking into account the percentage of completion as of the end of the period. d. The expected loss shall be recognized as an expense immediately.
Direction: Choose the correct answer. 1. A provision is a. An event which is not recognized because it is not probable or cannot be measured reliably b. An event which is probable and measurable c. An event which is probable, possible or remote and measurable. d. An evet which is probable but not measurable. 2.Which of the following statements is true? a. Vested and unvested past service cost shall be amortized over the remaining vesting period. b. Vested past service cost shall be recognized as expense and unvested past service cost shall be amortized over the remaining vesting period. c. Vested and unvested past service cost shall be recognized in retained earnings d. Vested and unvested past service cost shall be expense immediately. 3. In computing basic earning per share, an entity would include which of the following? a. Dividends on nonconvertible cumulative preference shares b. Dividend on ordinary shares c. Interest on convertible bonds d. Number of nonconvertible…
Any anticipated loss should be recognized * A.on a percentage basis during the contract period B. when all costs are recognized C.in the future D.in the period it is determined
The cost-plus approach: a. refers to contracts that are modified from their original terms during the course of the contract. b. refers to contracts where the contractor is not expected to recover all costs incurred in completing the project. c. is not allowed under ASC Topic 606 guidance for revenue recognition. d. uses an assumed reasonable profit margin to determine the stand-alone price.
When is an estimated loss on a long-term contract recognized, both for contracts that recognize revenue over time and those that recognize revenue at the point in time the contract is completed?
33. Entity A enter into a long-term contract to provide service. The outcome of the transaction can be estimated reliably and the progress on the contract can be measured with sufficient reliability. According to PPSAS, how should entity A recognize revenue from the contract? On a straight-line basis over the contract term By reference to the stage of completion of the contract at the reporting date Full recognition of contract price upon completion of the contract Only to the extent of costs that are expected to be recovered.
. In determining the amount of a provision, a company using IFRS should generally measure: a. using the midpoint of the range between the lowest possible loss and the highest possible loss. b. using the minimum amount of the loss in the range. c. using the best estimate of the amount of the loss expected to occur. d. using the maximum amount of the loss in the range.
All of the following accounts are impliedly contained in the account "Construction in Progress” except: A. Progress Billings to date B. Costs incurred to date C. Contract Revenue to date D. Gross Profit to date S1: Zero Profit Method in revenue recognition principle recognized income upon the completion a construction contract S2: A contract asset exists when Contract revenue to date is less than progress billings to date A. Both are true B. Both are false C. s1 True D. S2 True