On December 31, 2018, SG signed an agreement authorizing Asher Company to operate as a franchisee for an initial franchise fee of P750,000. Of this amount, P250,000 nonrefundable down payment was paid upon signing of the agreement and the balance is payable in four equal annual payment beginning December 31, 2018. The nonrefundable down payment represents a fair measure of the services already performed by SG however, substantial future services are required of SG. Asher’s credit rating is such that collection of the note is reasonably certain and that the money can be borrowed at 12%. On December 31, 2018, earned franchise fees should be reported as: (Round off present value factor to 2 decimal places.)

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On December 31, 2018, SG signed an agreement authorizing Asher Company to operate as a franchisee for an initial franchise fee of P750,000. Of this amount, P250,000 nonrefundable down payment was paid upon signing of the agreement and the balance is payable in four equal annual payment beginning December 31, 2018. The nonrefundable down payment represents a fair measure of the services already performed by SG however, substantial future services are required of SG. Asher’s credit rating is such that collection of the note is reasonably certain and that the money can be borrowed at 12%. On December 31, 2018, earned franchise fees should be reported as: (Round off present value factor to 2 decimal places.)

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