Accounting · Provisions and Contingencies
Under international financial reporting standards, which of the following situations does NOT require the recognition of a provision, but rather the disclosure of a contingent liability?
- 1The company operates a factory and is legally required by government legislation to dismantle the plant and restore the site at the end of its useful life.
- 2A former employee is suing for $20,000 for wrongful dismissal, and the legal team advises that the company will probably lose the case.
- 3The company has a well-publicized policy of providing refunds to dissatisfied customers, and based on past experience, $5,000 of goods sold are expected to be returned.
- 4A customer filed a claim for $50,000 for injuries sustained on company premises; the legal team believes the probability of losing the claim is possible but not probable.✓
Correct answer
A customer filed a claim for $50,000 for injuries sustained on company premises; the legal team believes the probability of losing the claim is possible but not probable.
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