Accounting changes and errors corrections Flashcards
Change in accounting principal inseparable from a change in accounting estimate is treated as?
Change in accounting estimate and its application is prospectively.
Whenever it is impossible to determine a change in accounting estimate or a change in accounting principle how should the change be treated?
Change in accounting estimate and it should be treated prospectively
How should correction of error should be reported in the financial statements?
Correction of errors should be adjusted to retained earnings net of tax.
How should changes in accounting principles be treated?
Changes in accounting principles should be treated retrospectively and adjust Beg retained earnings for the earliest period presented. Comparative financial statements should be restated.