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In which category of users or stakeholders do you think the following fit from the -3
?Philips Annual report 2017
Frans Van Houten .a
Audit & Risk committee .b
Ernts & Young LLP .c
Apollo Global Management LLC .d
[Marks (Words): 10(50)]
IAS 16 Property, plant and equipment identifies and describes two different models of -4
accounting for tangible non-current assets. Discuss the importance of these two models
.and Identify the depreciation methods used by Philips
[Marks (Words): 10(100)]
In preparing financial statements in accordance with IFRS, there are certain accounting -5
policies that may require a judgment or estimation in their application. Give examples of
.Philips estimates and assumptions reported in consolidated financial statements
[Marks (Words): 10(100)]
The going concern concept is a fundamental principle of accounting. Explain why the -7
going concern basis is important in understanding Philips financial statement; Support
.your answer with evidence from Philips annual report
[Marks (Words): 10(100)]
There are different basis approaches to valuing inventory that are allowed by GAAP, -8
explain the principal’s methods of valuation required by IAS2 inventories, provide some
.evidence from annual report of Philips
[Marks (Words): 10(100)]
Recovery of receivables are not always definite, sometimes debtors are unable to pay in -9
time. Explain the concept of allowances for irrecoverable receivable and analyze the
.Philips allowances for receivables information given in annual report
[Marks (Words): 10(100)]
The internet is a good place to get information that is useful to you in your study of
accounting. For example, you can find information about current events, professional
.accounting organizations, and specific companies that may support your study
:You can directly access the annual report on the below link
https://www.philips.com/a-w/about/investor/financial-reporting/annual-reports.html
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Instructions
:Use the 2017 Annual report of Philips to answer the following questions