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FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING

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Chapter1: Financial Statements And Business Decisions

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On December 29, 20x1, an entity commits itself to purchase a financial asset for ₱10,000, which is
its fair value on commitment date (trade date). Transaction costs are immaterial. On December 31, 20x1 and on January 4, 20x2 (settlement date) the fair values of the asset are ₱12,000 and ₱15,000, respectively. If the entity uses the settlement date accounting and that the investment is classified as held for trading, how much is the carrying amount of the investment in the December 31, 20x1 statement of financial position?

a. 10,000

b. 15,000

c. 12,000

d. 0

Definition Definition Financial statement that provides a snapshot of an organization's financial position at a specific point in time. It summarizes a company's assets, liabilities, and shareholder's equity, detailing what the company owns, what it owes, and what is left over for its owners. The balance sheet serves as a crucial tool to assess the financial health and stability of a company, as well as to help management make informed decisions about its future investments and financial obligations.

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