Which of the following is false? a. GAAP and IFRS have the same absolute standard regarding the reporting of error corrections in previously issued financial statements. b. The accounting for changes in estimates is similar between GAAP and IFRS. c. Under IFRS, the impracticability exception applies both to changes in accounting principles and to the correction of errors. d. GAAP has detailed guidance on the accounting and reporting of indirect effects; IFRS does not.

Which of the following is false? a. GAAP and IFRS have the same absolute standard regarding the reporting of error corrections in previously issued financial statements. b. The accounting for changes in estimates is similar between GAAP and IFRS. c. Under IFRS, the impracticability exception applies both to changes in accounting principles and to the correction of errors. d. GAAP has detailed guidance on the accounting and reporting of indirect effects; IFRS does not.

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