Where a change in accounting estimates occurs,the following should be disclosed.
A) The fact that the amount of the effect on future periods will not be disclosed because estimating that amount is impracticable.
B) The reason for the change and comparative data to show the impact with and without the change.
C) The nature of the change and the impact on previous income statements.
D) The fact that the amount of the effect on future periods will not be disclosed because estimating that amount is impracticable and the reason for the change and comparative data to show the impact with and without the change.
E) None of the given answers.

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When a change in accounting estimates occurs, it is required to disclose if the effect on future periods cannot be estimated due to impracticability.

Where a Change in Accounting Estimates Occurs,the Following Should Be