Chapter 15, Problem 15.27Q

To determine

International Financial Reporting Standards

They are commonly known as IFRS. It is a set of accounting standards which are developed by independent (Non-profit) organization called as International Accounting Standards Board (IASB). It is universally accepted set of standards which states the rules and practice for accounting practice.

Financial Accounting Standards Board

It is commonly known as FASB. It is a private, non-profit organization which is a standard setting body. The main purpose of the FASB is to create and improve GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles) within the US. GAAP is a collection of generally practiced and followed rules and standards of accounting. GAAP provides global guidelines for preparation and disclosure of financial statements of public companies.

To Explain: if finance lease under IFRS can be classified as an operating lease under U.S. GAAP