FABM 2 Module 1: Financial Position Elements

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Which of the following represents an example of a non-operating expense?

Interest Payments (correct)

Salaries and Wages

Utilities Expense

Repair and Maintenance

What is the primary function of the Statement of Comprehensive Income?

To detail the cost of sales in isolation

To only highlight non-operating gains and losses

To summarize all revenues and expenses to determine net income (correct)

To list only revenue generated from sales

Which of the following items is usually included under operating/selling expenses?

Losses

Interest Payments

Utility Expenses (correct)

Lawsuit Settlements

Which approach is specifically used when preparing the Statement of Comprehensive Income for service businesses?

Single-step approach Signup and view all the answers

In a Statement of Comprehensive Income, what does calculating the net income involve?

Subtracting total revenue from total expenses Signup and view all the answers

What is included in the 'assets' section of the statement of financial position?

Current and non-current assets Signup and view all the answers

In the report form of the statement of financial position, how are liabilities presented?

In a separate section below assets Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a characteristic of the account form of the statement of financial position?

It presents assets on the left and liabilities and equity on the right Signup and view all the answers

What must be ensured when preparing a statement of financial position?

Total assets must equal total liabilities and owner's equity Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of the owner's equity section in the statement of financial position?

To illustrate the funds contributed by owners plus any retained earnings Signup and view all the answers

What key component is necessary for a statement to be classified as a statement of comprehensive income?

Other comprehensive income Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a common form of business ownership discussed?

Limited Liability Partnership Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following activities is classified under operating activities in the statement of cash flows?

Cash receipts from customers Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential disadvantage of a sole proprietorship?

Unrestricted liability Signup and view all the answers

In the context of financial statements, what does the term 'investing activities' primarily refer to?

Transactions involving long-term assets Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Elements of the Statement of Financial Position

Assets classified into current and non-current categories.
Liabilities divided into current and non-current for clarity.
Owner's equity reflects the residual interest in the assets of the entity after deducting liabilities.

Statement of Financial Position - Report Form

Heading includes the name of the entity, the title of the statement, and the date.
Asset section lists current and non-current assets for an overview of resources.
Liabilities section includes current and non-current obligations to assess financial commitments.
Owner's equity section details the ownership stake and retained earnings.
Assets must equal the sum of liabilities and equity, ensuring balance in financial statements.

Statement of Financial Position - Account Form

Account form presents assets on the right, while liabilities and equity are displayed on the left for contrast.

Rules of Debit and Credit

T-accounts illustrate increases and decreases in account balances: debits for asset increases and credit for asset decreases.

Elements of the Statement of Comprehensive Income

Title or heading indicates the type of financial report.
Revenue section shows all incoming funds from sales or services rendered.
Expenses categorized into operating (e.g., rent, salaries) and non-operating (e.g., interest), to differentiate between regular business expenses and others.
Cost of sales reflects the direct costs associated with producing goods or services sold.

Gains and Losses

Gains recorded for profitable transactions outside normal operations; losses reflect financial downturns or unexpected costs.

Preparing the Statement of Comprehensive Income - Single-Step Approach

Includes all revenues and expenses in a straightforward manner.
Total revenue and expense figures summarized to calculate net income.

Statement of Comprehensive Income for Service Business

Emphasizes the importance of including unrealized gains and losses in comprehensive income detailing.

Forms of Business

Sole Proprietorship: Simple structure, complete control, but liability risks and limitations on capital.
Partnership: Shared responsibility, but potential conflicts and joint liability.
Corporation: Limited liability, easier capital raising, but subject to regulations and double taxation.

Statement of Changes in Equity

Tracks changes in ownership stakes over time, reflecting new investments and withdraws.

Statement of Cash Flows

Summarizes cash inflows and outflows categorized into operating, investing, and financing activities.
Operating activities illustrate core business transactions; investing activities highlight growth-oriented investments; financing activities reflect capital structure changes and shareholder transactions.

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This quiz focuses on the elements of the statement of financial position, covering both assets and liabilities. It emphasizes understanding current and non-current assets and liabilities. Test your knowledge on the fundamental components of financial statements!