RESEARCH CASE (Continued)
61 A distinction needs to be drawn between a present obligation and a
future commitment. A decision by the management of an entity to
acquire assets in the future does not, of itself, give rise to a present
62 The settlement of a present obligation usually involves the entity
giving up resources embodying economic benefits in order to satisfy
the claim of the other party. Settlement of a present obligation may occur
in a number of ways, for example, by:
a. payment of cash;
(c) Accrual basis
22 In order to meet their objectives, financial statements are prepared on
the accrual basis of accounting. Under this basis, the effects of
transactions and other events are recognised when they occur (and not