Advanced Accounting
14th Edition
ISBN: 9781260247824
Author: Joe Ben Hoyle, Thomas F. Schaefer, Timothy S. Doupnik
Publisher: RENT MCG
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Which of the following statements is correct in relation to the contents of the IASB Conceptual Framework (2018):
(i) Comparability is a fundamental qualitative characteristic of useful financial information
(ii) An entity shall apply the "going concern" assumption if it is entering bankruptcy in the current quarter.
(iii) The concept of physical capital maintenance requires applying the current purchasing power measurement basis
(iv) The concept of prudence implies that in preparing financial statements management should seek to overstate assets and income and to understate liabilities and expenses
a. (iv)
b. (iii)
c. (i)
d. None of the statements is correct
e. (ii)
By using a graphic organizer of your choice, create a visual graphic that visually explains your response to the following:
A friend has mentioned that she has read that the following variables can be used to predict bankruptcy: (a) the company debt ratio; (b) the interest coverage; (c) the amount of cash relative to sales or assets; (d) the return on assets; (e) the market-to-book ratio; (f) the recent return on the stock; and (g) the volatility of the stock returns.
The problem is, she can’t remember whether a high value of each variable implies a high or a low probability of bankruptcy. Help your friend remember the information she needs to know by creating a visual graphic.
Differentiate between various forms of bankruptcy and restructuring that the clients should understand.
1. Summarize the key points of interest if the company fell on hard times and had to file voluntary bankruptcy. What ethical implications
should be considered when debating whether or not to file bankruptcy?
2. Identify the key areas of concern if the company fell on hard times and their creditors forced them into bankruptcy. What defenses are
available in this situation?
3. Illustrate hypothetical calculations that would be done to help creditors understand how much money they might receive if the company
were to liquidate. Ensure all information is entered accurately. Refer to the illustration (Exhibit 13.2) in your textbook to view potential
calculations.
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