Intermediate Accounting
3rd Edition
ISBN: 9780136912644
Author: Elizabeth A. Gordon; Jana S. Raedy; Alexander J. Sannella
Publisher: Pearson Education (US)
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Chapter 8, Problem 8.11E
Determination of When to Recognize Revenue. Far Horizons Inc sells mobile phones wireless plans, and service plan packages Far Horizons packages the following items for sale.
| Package | Amount | Description |
| Phone | $199.00 | Raid when customer purchases the phone. |
| Wireless Plan per month | 40.00 | Unlimited calling. Minimum coverage of 12-months. Paid monthly. |
| Service Plan per month | 24.00 | 12-month coverage. Paid when customer purchases the phone. |
| Total When Purchased | $263.00 |
Far Horizons has determined that each item is a separate performance obligation A customer purchases a new phone package on September 1. Explain how and when revenue is recognized. Prepare the
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