
Concept explainers
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Retrospective approach:
In retrospective approach, the financial statements are restated in such a way, that the financial statement reflects the new changes in accounting principles which had been adopted from the beginning.
Prospective approach:
In prospective approach, changes in the accounting estimates are reflected in the financial statements with effect from the current and future periods. This method is applied when application of retrospective approach seems to be impracticable.
To prepare: The
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To prepare: The journal entry to record the changes in accounting principle.
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To journalize: The entry to record the changes in accounting principle.

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