Which statement is true when the outcome of construction contract cannot be estimated reliably? a. Contract costs shall be recognized as an expense in the period when incurred. b. Revenue shall be recognized only to the extent of contract costs incurred that is probable will be recoverable c. All of these statements are true. d. An expected loss on the construction contract shall be recognized as an expense immediately.

Which statement is true when the outcome of construction contract cannot be estimated reliably? a. Contract costs shall be recognized as an expense in the period when incurred. b. Revenue shall be recognized only to the extent of contract costs incurred that is probable will be recoverable c. All of these statements are true. d. An expected loss on the construction contract shall be recognized as an expense immediately.

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