BACHELOR OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION

BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION

FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
The first financial reporting regulation in Malaysia can be traced back only as far as 1940 when the Companies Ordinance (amendments) of 1940 was established.
A
True
B
False
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -First documented financial reporting regulations were Companies Ordinances (and amendments) of 1940, 1946 and 1956 before Malaysia achieved her independence on 31 August 1957.

Detailed explanation-2: -However, the first documented financial reporting regulation were those of the Companies Ordinance (and amendments) of 1940, 1946 and 1956. As a part of Act’s requirement, development of accounting also depend on the advancement of profession.

Detailed explanation-3: -The MASB, together with the FRF make up the frameworks for financial reporting in Malaysia. This framework comprises an independent standard-setting structure with representation from all relevant parties in the standard-setting process, including preparers, users, regulators and the accountancy profession.

Detailed explanation-4: -The amendments clarified how an entity classifies debt and other financial liabilities as current or non-current in particular circumstances. The amendments are effective for annual reporting periods beginning on or after 1 January 2023, with earlier application permitted.

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