Star Company has a contingent liability that has a likelihood of actual occurrence that is classified as probable. Also, the amount of the liability can be reasonably estimated. Under these circumstances, Star is required to Multiple Choice recognize a liability only. disclose but not recognize the liability or the expense. recognize a liability and an expense in its financial statements. recognize an expense only.

Star Company has a contingent liability that has a likelihood of actual occurrence that is classified as probable. Also, the amount of the liability can be reasonably estimated. Under these circumstances, Star is required to Multiple Choice recognize a liability only. disclose but not recognize the liability or the expense. recognize a liability and an expense in its financial statements. recognize an expense only.

Cornerstones of Financial Accounting

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Chapter8: Current And Contingent Liabilities

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Which of the following statements is false?Select one:a. A contingent liability should be disclosed in the notes to the financial statements if there is a reasonable possibility that a loss (or expense) will occur.b. A contingent liability should be accrued if the loss is probable and the amount of the loss can be reasonably estimated.c. A contingent liability is a potential obligation that depends on the future outcome of past events.d. All contingent liabilities should be reported as liabilities on the financial statements, even those that are unlikely to occur.
When should a contingent liability be recognized and reported on the financial statements? A. Reporting contingent liabilities do not require they be probable or reasonably estimated B. When the contingent liability is probable C. When a reasonable estimation can be made of the amount owed D. When the contingent liability is probable and a reasonable estimation can be made of the amount owed
How are anticipated administrative expenses reported on a statement of financial affairs?a. As a footnote until actually incurred.b. As a liability with priority.c. As a partially secured liability.d. As an unsecured liability.
Choose the correct. How are anticipated administrative expenses reported on a statement of financial affairs?a. As a footnote until actually incurred.b. As a liability with priority.c. As a partially secured liability.d. As an unsecured liability.
Which of the following statements is false?a. A contingent liability should be disclosed in the notes to the financial statements if thereis a reasonable possibility that a loss (or expense) will occur.b. All contingent liabilities should be reported as liabilities on the financial statements,even those that are unlikely to occur.c. A contingent liability is a potential obligation that depends on the future outcome of pastevents.d. A contingent liability should be accrued if the loss is probable and the amount of theloss can be reasonably estimated.
The accrual of a contingent liability and the related loss should be recorded when the a. Loss resulting from a future event may be material in relation to income. b. Future event that gives rise to the liability is unusual in nature and nonrecurring. c. Amount of the loss resulting from the event is reasonably estimated and the occurrence of the loss is probable. d. Event that gives rise to the liability is unusual and its occurrence is probable.
A present obligation that is probable and for which the amount can be reliably estimated should a.Not be accrued but disclosed b. Be accrued by debiting an expense and crediting retained earnings c. Be accrued by debiting an expense and crediting a liability d. Be accrued by debiting retained earnings and crediting a liability
The adjusting entry to record a contingent liability requires a debit to a loss (or expense) account and credit to a liability. TRUE OR FALSE?
When recognizing a contingent liability, if the future event is probable (likely) and the amount can be reasonably estimated, what are we required to do? A.Group of answer choices B.Do not record or disclose C.Record the liability D. Disclose in notes on financial statements
Which of the following sets of conditions would give rise to the accrual of a contingency under current generally accepted accounting principles? Group of answer choices Amount of loss is reasonably estimable and event occurs infrequently. Amount of loss is reasonably estimable and occurrence of event is probable. Event is unusual in nature and occurrence of event is probable. Event is unusual in nature and event occurs infrequently.
For each separate situation, indicate whether Cruz Company should (a) record a liability, (b) disclose in notes, or (c) have no disclosure.
Which of the following statements relating to the accounting treatment of the identified item is CORRECT? O 1. Dividends become a legal liability of the company when they are declared and as such, they are recorded in the current liabilities section of the Balance Sheet and as an expense on the Income Statement O 2.A contingent liability should only be disclosed in the Notes to the Financial Statements because it meets the accounting definition of a liability O 3. Inventories are valued at the lower of cost and net realisable value on the Balance Sheet while in contrast, cash is valued at fair value O 4. The revenue realisation principle states that revenue can only be recognised when there has been an arms-length transaction