Explain the conditions under which assets and liabilities are derecognized
Chapter1: Financial Statements And Business Decisions
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Explain the conditions under which assets and liabilities are derecognized
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The answer for the theory question on the conditions under which assets and liabilities are derecognised is explained hereunder :
Assets are the economic resources belonging to the business expressed in monetary terms which carry probable future benefits. Ex: Buildings, machinery, good will, stock etc.
Liabilities are the financial obligations of business other than owners' funds. The amount payable or owed by the business to outsiders is called Liabilities. Ex : Creditors, bank overdraft, bills Payable etc.
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