ADV.FIN.ACCT.LL W/CONNECT+PROCTORIO PLUS
ADV.FIN.ACCT.LL W/CONNECT+PROCTORIO PLUS
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ISBN: 9781266380570
Author: Christensen
Publisher: MCG
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Chapter 12, Problem 12.16Q
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Introduction: Translation adjustment is the method used to convert the local currency into the parents’ functional currency when the local currency is the foreign entity’s functional currency. The current rate is used to translate the financial statements that are the exchange rate on the balance sheet date. The average rate is used to translate revenue and expenses as it is assumed that it occurs uniformly over the period. Any gain or loss on account of translation adjustment is recognized in the comprehensive income statement.

The excess amount paid while acquiring foreign affiliate reported in consolidated balance sheet and income statement in subsequent periods when functional currency is the local currency unit of the foreign affiliate.

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