Asked by Manuel De Sousa on Jul 08, 2024

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Which of the following statements is correct?

A) If the functional currency of the foreign operation is different than the parent's functional currency, dividends must be translated using closing rates.
B) If the functional currency of the foreign operation is different than the parent's functional currency, dividends must be translated using average rates.
C) If the functional currency of the foreign operation is different than the parent's functional currency, dividends must be translated using historical rates.
D) If the functional currency of the foreign operation is the same as the parent's functional currency, dividends must be translated using average rates.

Functional Currency

The primary currency of the primary economic environment in which an entity operates, used in preparing its financial statements.

Dividends

Distributions by a company to its shareholders, consisting of a share of the company's profits.

Historical Rates

The exchange rates from past periods used for translating transactions in foreign currencies or financial statements of foreign operations.

  • Comprehend the conversion of dividends in operations involving foreign currency.
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Tristin ClubbJul 10, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
Dividends are translated at the exchange rate on the date of the dividend declaration, which is considered a historical rate. This applies regardless of whether the functional currency of the foreign operation is different from the parent's functional currency or not.