- 10 Marks
Question
An important requirement of IAS 1 with regard to the financial statements is that current and non-current assets should be separately disclosed.
i. Define the term “asset.” (2 Marks)
ii. What are the conditions to be satisfied for an asset to be termed a current asset? (6 Marks)
iii. State TWO examples each of current and non-current assets. (2 Marks)
Answer
i. Definition of an Asset:
An asset is a resource controlled by an entity as a result of past events, from which future economic benefits are expected to flow to the entity.
ii. Conditions to be Satisfied for an Asset to be Termed a Current Asset:
An asset is considered current if it meets any of the following conditions:
- It is expected to be realized in, or intended for sale or consumption in, the entity’s normal operating cycle.
- It is held primarily for the purpose of being traded.
- It is expected to be realized within twelve months after the reporting period.
- It is cash or a cash equivalent unless it is restricted from being exchanged or used to settle a liability for at least twelve months after the reporting period.
iii. Examples of Assets:
- Current Assets:
- Cash and Cash Equivalents
- Trade Receivables
- Non-Current Assets:
- Property, Plant, and Equipment
- Intangible Assets
- Tags: Current Assets, Financial Statements, IAS 1, Non-current Assets
- Level: Level 1
- Topic: Elements of Financial Statements
- Series: MAY 2022
- Uploader: Kwame Aikins