Practice Consistency (15.4.2) - Accounting Principles and Concepts - Management 1 (Organizational Behaviour/Finance & Accounting)

Practice: Consistency

Lesson 15.4.2Accounting Principles and Concepts

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Question 1.
What is the consistency principle in accounting?
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Think about the impact of changing methods on financial statements.
Question 2.
Give an example of an accounting method that should be used consistently.
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Consider how businesses report expenses over time.
3Question 3.
What does the consistency principle require companies to do?
- Change methods each year
- Use the same accounting methods consistently
- Disclose all financial information
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Think about why stakeholders need consistency.
4Question 4.
True or False: Companies should disclose changes when they alter their accounting methods.
- True
- False
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Consider what stakeholders expect when there are changes.
Question 5.
A company has traditionally used the straight-line method for depreciation but decides to switch to an accelerated method. Discuss the steps necessary for compliance with the consistency principle.
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Consider what transparency looks like in financial reporting.
Question 6.
Evaluate the impact of inconsistencies on a company's long-term financial health and investor perception.
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Reflect on how stakeholders view reliability in financial information.

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