Accounting For Governmental & Nonprofit Entities
Accounting For Governmental & Nonprofit Entities
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ISBN: 9781259917059
Author: RECK, Jacqueline L., Lowensohn, Suzanne L., NEELY, Daniel G.
Publisher: Mcgraw-hill Education,
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Chapter 10, Problem 1Q

The GASB indicates that economic condition is composed of three components. Identify and define the three components of economic condition.

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Describe the three components of Economic condition as described by GASB.

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Government Accounting Standards Board (GASB): Government accounting standards board (GASB) is an independent board that establishes reporting standards for the local and state government, and also for government not-for-profit organizations that has to adhere to the generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).

The three components of Economic condition as described by GASB are:

  • Financial Position: The financial position aims at determining the value of the assets or liabilities shown in the balance sheet of government.
  • Fiscal Capacity: The fiscal capacity refers to the ability and willingness of the government to pay the financial obligations once they become due.
  • Service Capacity: The service capacity refers to the ability and willingness of the government to serve the society and meet the several needs of the society.

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