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Chapter 18: Q. 18-32E-1 (page 1040)

E18-32 (LO4) (Contract Costs, Collectibility) Refer to the information in E18-31.

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Does the accounting for capitalized costs change if the contract is for 1 year rather than 3 years? Explain.

Short Answer

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The cost incurred for obtaining a contract will berecorded as expenses when the contract is for one year.

Step by step solution

01

Definition of Capitalized Cost

The cost which is added to the fixed asset cost reported on the balance sheet is known as capitalized cost. It is incurred during acquisition of the fixed assets.

02

Accounting for Capitalized Cost

IF the contract is for one year, then practical expedient can be applied by the business entity and the expenses will be recognized for the sacrifices made for obtaining a contract.

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