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What is the primary objective of financial statements?
What is the primary objective of financial statements?
Which stakeholders benefit from financial statements?
Which stakeholders benefit from financial statements?
When should the conceptual framework be applied in accounting policy development?
When should the conceptual framework be applied in accounting policy development?
What is included in a complete set of financial statements?
What is included in a complete set of financial statements?
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Which of the following is a qualitative characteristic of financial information?
Which of the following is a qualitative characteristic of financial information?
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How does the Philippine Financial Reporting Standards (PFRS) relate to the conceptual framework?
How does the Philippine Financial Reporting Standards (PFRS) relate to the conceptual framework?
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What element is NOT typically defined within the conceptual framework?
What element is NOT typically defined within the conceptual framework?
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Which of the following statements about the relationship between accounting standards and the conceptual framework is true?
Which of the following statements about the relationship between accounting standards and the conceptual framework is true?
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What body replaced the International Accounting Standards Committee (IASC)?
What body replaced the International Accounting Standards Committee (IASC)?
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What is the primary goal of the International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS)?
What is the primary goal of the International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS)?
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Which of the following is NOT considered an underlying assumption of accounting?
Which of the following is NOT considered an underlying assumption of accounting?
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What is meant by the term 'going concern' in accounting assumptions?
What is meant by the term 'going concern' in accounting assumptions?
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Which of the following best describes a conceptual framework in accounting?
Which of the following best describes a conceptual framework in accounting?
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Why are accounting assumptions also known as postulates?
Why are accounting assumptions also known as postulates?
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Which of the following is an objective of the International Accounting Standards Board (IASB)?
Which of the following is an objective of the International Accounting Standards Board (IASB)?
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Which underlying assumption relates to the measurement of financial results in a stable monetary environment?
Which underlying assumption relates to the measurement of financial results in a stable monetary environment?
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Study Notes
International Accounting Standards Board (IASB)
- Replaces the International Accounting Standards Committee (IASC).
- Publishes standards under the name International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).
- Aims for global transparency and consistency in financial reporting to benefit investors.
Objectives of IASB
- Improve the quality and consistency of financial reporting.
- Establish globally accepted financial reporting standards.
Accounting Assumptions
- Fundamental premises acting as the foundation of accounting.
- Also known as postulates, they enhance understanding and utility of financial statements.
- Serve to avoid misunderstandings in the accounting process.
Conceptual Framework Assumptions
- Accrual: Revenues and expenses recognized when they occur, not when cash is exchanged.
- Going Concern: Assumes the entity will continue its operations for the foreseeable future.
Underlying Assumptions
- Accounting Entity: Differentiates the entity's finances from those of its owners.
- Time Period: Financial statements provide reports for specific time periods.
- Monetary Unit: Stability and quantifiability of currency (e.g., peso).
Purpose of the Conceptual Framework
- Assists in the development of accounting standards reflecting Philippine GAAP.
- Aids financial statement preparers in implementing accounting standards.
- Guides the Financial Reporting Standards Council (FRSC) in adopting IFRS.
- Helps users interpret financial statement information.
- Supports auditors in assessing conformity with Philippine GAAP.
Precedence of Standards
- Specific standards or interpretations take precedence over the conceptual framework.
- In the absence of relevant standards, the conceptual framework aids in developing applicable accounting policies.
Key Components of the Conceptual Framework
- Objective of financial statements.
- Qualitative characteristics enhancing the usefulness of information.
- Definition, recognition, and measurement of financial statement elements.
- Concepts related to capital and capital maintenance.
Stakeholders in Financial Reporting
- Investors
- Employees
- Lenders
- Suppliers and trade creditors
- Customers
- Government
- Public
Objective of Financial Statements
- Provide useful information regarding the financial position, performance, and cash flows of an enterprise for economic decision-making.
Complete Set of Financial Statements
- Balance Sheet: Statement of Financial Position.
- Income Statement: Statement of Comprehensive Income.
- Statement of Changes in Equity: Shows all equity changes or selected changes.
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Description
This quiz explores the role of the International Accounting Standards Board (IASB) and its impact on financial reporting through the International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS). Understand how these standards aim to enhance transparency and comparability in global financial practices, benefiting investors. Test your knowledge of IFRS and its significance in the accounting world.
