The possible outcomes are equally likely. The accounting year ends on December 31 and the 2020 financial statements were issued on March 31, 2021. What amount of provision should be accrued on December 31, 2020
The possible outcomes are equally likely. The accounting year ends on December 31 and the 2020 financial statements were issued on March 31, 2021. What amount of provision should be accrued on December 31, 2020
Chapter1: Financial Statements And Business Decisions
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On November 5, 2020, a Dunn Company truck was in an accident with an auto driven by Bell. The entity received notice on January 12, 2021 of a lawsuit for P700,000 damages for personal injuries suffered by Bell. The entity's counsel believed it is probable that Bell will be awarded an estimated amount in the range between P200,000 and P500,000. The possible outcomes are equally likely. The accounting year ends on December 31 and the 2020 financial statements were issued on March 31, 2021. What amount of provision should be accrued on December 31, 2020?
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