Revenue Recognition Principle
Revenue is the income from sales of goods or provision of services. Revenue Recognition principle states revenue is recognized when revenue is earned and when not cash is received. Revenue Recognition is a combination of accrual accounting with matching principle. It determines the accounting period in which revenue will be recognized. If the payment is made in advance for services to be delivered later then it will be categorized as Deferred revenue. However if the service/sale happens is provided in advance and amount is received later, it is categorized as accrued revenue. This principle ensures that profit and loss margin is shown in real time. Under cash basis of accounting, one can record revenue when cash is received.
Select ONE of the questions below and provide a response. 1. Describe the revenue recognition principle....
The revised revenue recognition accounting standard employs a five-step process to achieve the core principle to recognize income upon the transfer of promised goods or services. Use the Internet or Strayer Library to research a company that bundles a product and a service. Examine income recognition of the bundled product and service for the company by addressing each step in the five-step process for revenue recognition. Give your opinion on the most critical step for accurately reporting revenue in the...
Identifying the Five Steps in the Revenue Recognition Process Match each step 1 through 5 with the sales process described in a through e. Step 1: identify contract(s) with customer. Step 2: identify performance obligation(s) in the contract. Step 3: determine transaction price. Step 4: allocate transaction price to performance obligation(s). Step 5: Recognize revenue when (or as) each performance obligation is satisfied through a transfer of control a. The total price for the computer and two years of services...
1) Prepare a detailed analysis of the concept of revenue recognition under ASC 606. Include an in-depth discussion of the five-step revenue recognition process. Also include a discussion on each of the following topics: a) Sale with right of return b) Warranties c) Principle vs. agent considerations
Select ONE of the questions below and provide a response. Distinguish between depreciation, depletion and amortization. What are reasons that plant assets retire? Define inadequacy, superession and obsolescence. What basic questions must be answered before the amount of the depreciation charge can be computed? What are the major factors considered in determining what depreciation method to use?
The Five-Step Revenue Recognition Model
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Step 1: Identify the Contract(s) with a Customer
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Step 2: Identify the Performance Obligations in the Contract
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Step 3: Determine the Transaction Price
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Step 4: Allocate the Transaction Price to the Performance
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the Contract
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Step 5: Recognize Revenue When (or as) the Entity Satisfies
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Performance Obligation
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Practical Expedients in Applying the Model
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Applying the Model to Contract Modifications
C3-1 Applying the 5-step model (LO 3-1)...
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