The purpose of the Conceptual Framework is: A. To assist the International Accounting Standards Board to develop IFRS Standards B. To assist preparers of IFRS financial statements to develop consistent accounting policies when no IFRS Standard applies to a particular transaction or other event, or when a Standard allows a choice of accounting policy C. To assist all parties to understand and interpret IFRS Standards OD. All of the above

The purpose of the Conceptual Framework is: A. To assist the International Accounting Standards Board to develop IFRS Standards B. To assist preparers of IFRS financial statements to develop consistent accounting policies when no IFRS Standard applies to a particular transaction or other event, or when a Standard allows a choice of accounting policy C. To assist all parties to understand and interpret IFRS Standards OD. All of the above

Cornerstones of Financial Accounting

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ISBN:9781337690881

Author:Jay Rich, Jeff Jones

Publisher:Jay Rich, Jeff Jones

ChapterA1: International Financial Reporting Standards

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