Part 1 of Essay
The purpose of this essay is to explore the arguments surrounding the most appropriate method of accounting for assets. The historical cost form of evaluating assets should be used in conjunction with some version of market value. There are advantages and disadvantages for the use of historical cost and the conceptual ....

Part 2 of Essay
.... period and the expenses incurred in generating this revenue, together with the assets, liabilities and equity of the entity at the end of the reporting period, will provide users with information to assist them to assess the financial performance of the entity over the reporting period' (SAC 2 Paragraph. 29). Further 'the financial position of the reporting entity involved disclosure of information about its control over resources, financial structure, capacity for adaptation and solvency'. Finally th ....