ACCA FR · Chapter 4 · Question 5 of 6
Under IAS 41 Agriculture, how should a biological asset be measured at each reporting date, assuming fair value can be measured reliably?
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Reveal answer & explanation
Correct answer: C) At fair value less costs to sell, with changes recognised in profit or loss
Explanation
IAS 41 requires biological assets to be measured at fair value less costs to sell, both on initial recognition and at each reporting date. Gains and losses go to profit or loss for the period. Cost less depreciation is used only in the rare case where fair value cannot be measured reliably on initial recognition.
