Concepts and Ethics Flashcards
1
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Objective of financial reporting
A
Provide information about the reporting entity that is useful to existing and potential investors, lenders and other creditors in making decisions about providing resources to the entity
2
Q
Qualitative characteristics of financial information
A
Fundamental
- Relevance
- Faithful representation
Enhancing
- Comparability
- Verifiability
- Timeliness
- Understandability
3
Q
Bases of accounting
A
Accruals basis
Going concern
4
Q
Elements of financial statements
A
Assets
Liabilities
Equity
Income
Expenses
5
Q
Ethical principles
A
Objectivity
Integrity
Professional behaviour
Professional competence
Confidentiality