Valuation Techniques-General

Question 1

Briefly describe the nature of level 2 inputs identified in the United States Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) fair-value framework.

Answer 1

Level 2 of the U.S. GAAP fair value framework consists of inputs that are either directly or indirectly observable, including:
Quoted prices for similar items in active markets and in markets that are inactive;
Quoted prices for identical items in inactive markets;
Observable inputs other than quoted prices;
Inputs not directly observable but which are derived from or corroborated by observable market data.

Question 2

Briefly describe the nature of level 3 inputs identified in the United States Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) fair-value framework.

Answer 2

Level 3 of the U.S. GAAP fair value framework consists of inputs that are not observable but are based on an entity’s assumptions and estimates.

Question 3

Briefly describe the nature of level 1 inputs identified in the United States Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) fair-value framework.

Answer 3

Level 1 of the U.S. GAAP fair value framework consists of quoted market prices in active markets for identical assets or liabilities.