Changes in accounting policy are Permitted if the change will result in a more reliable and more relevant presentation of the financial statements. Permitted if the entity encounters new transactions, events or conditions that are substantively different from existing or previous transactions. Required for all material transactions. Required if an alternate accounting policy gives rise to a material change in assets, liabilities or the current year net income.

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