Chapter 3, Problem 4ISTQ

Which of the following is a limitation of the direct write-off method of accounting for uncollectibles? a. The direct write-off method overstates assets on the balance sheet. b. The direct write-off method does not match expenses against revenue very well. c. The direct write-off method does not set up an allowance for uncollectibles. d. All of the above

Give an example of an error or fraud that would misstate financial statements to affect the accounts as follows, taking each case independently. (Note: “Overstate” means the account has a higher value than would be appropriate under GAAP and “understate” means it has a lower value.)a. Overstate one asset; understate another asset.b. Overstate an asset; overstate stockholders’ equity.c. Overstate an asset; overstate revenue.d. Overstate an asset; understate an expense.e. Overstate a liability; overstate an expense.f. Understate an asset; overstate an expense.g. Understate a liability; understate an expense.

Which of the following statements about Loss Contingencies is TRUE?  According to the practice of accounting conservatism, contingency losses do not have to be accrued until they are confirmed, while contingency gains have to be recorded when the event confirming their receipt is probable. Remote Losses do not require disclosure. According to the U.S. GAAP, a loss contingency must be accrued by a charge to income if any of the two conditions is met: 1) it is probable that an asset has been impaired, or a liability has been incurred at the date of the financial statements; 2) the amount of the loss can be reasonably estimated. If a loss is probable but cannot be estimated, it shall not be disclosed in the financial statements.