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Chapter 20, Problem 20.3DMP
(1)
To determine
Accounting changes:
Accounting changes can be implemented as retrospectively (revision in prior period statements) or prospectively (change in current and future periods) or by modified retrospective approach (affect a new standard only to the implementation period).
Accounting change can be classified as:
- Changes in accounting principle.
- Changes in estimate.
- Changes in reporting entity.
To discuss: The actions considered towards softening the wrong issues.
(2)
To determine
To identify: The ethical dilemma and the likely impact of following up on thoughts of Person J and the persons who would be benefited and injured.
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