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    Question

    How should fees and commissions earned by banks through

    debt renegotiations or rescheduling be recognized?
    A They should be recognized immediately upon agreement. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B They should be recognized as per the terms of the renegotiation or rescheduling. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C They should not be recognized as income. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D They should be recognized on an accrual basis over the period covered by the renegotiation or rescheduling. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E They should be recognized as a lump sum at the end of the renegotiation or rescheduling period. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    According to the given information, fees and commissions earned by banks as a result of debt renegotiations or rescheduling should be recognized on an accrual basis over the period of time covered by the renegotiated or rescheduled extension of credit. This means that the fees and commissions should be recognized gradually over the duration of the renegotiation or rescheduling period, reflecting the actual earning of the bank as the process unfolds.

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