International Accounting
5th Edition
ISBN: 9781259747984
Author: Doupnik, Timothy S., Finn, Mark T., Gotti, Giorgio
Publisher: Mcgraw-hill Education,
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Chapter 2, Problem 2EP
a.
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Explain the accounting principle which is used by foreign and domestic companies for financial statements’ preparation.
b.
To determine
Identify if the foreign and domestic companies provide a set of financial statements that includes the same components.
c.
To determine
Differentiate between the formats of income statement of two companies.
d.
To determine
Give five differences between the formats of
e.
To determine
Mention terminologies difference if exists between the companies’ balance sheet and income statements.
f.
To determine
Identify if there is the similarity between the two companies on the basis of the scope and content of the information provided in the notes to the financial statements
g.
To determine
Contrast the overall presentation of the financial statements and notes to the financial statements between the companies.
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