Whenever a Defined-Benefit Plan Is Amended and Credit Is Given

Whenever a defined-benefit plan is amended and credit is given to employees for years of service provided before the date of amendment

A) both the accumulated benefit obligation and the defined benefit obligation are usually greater than before.
B) both the accumulated benefit obligation and the defined benefit obligation are usually less than before.
C) the expense and the liability should be recognized at the time the benefits are paid.
D) the expense should be recognized immediately, but the liability may be deferred until a reasonable basis for its determination has been identified.