Choice "d" is correct. FASB interpretations of the "statements of financial accounting standards" (SFAS)
have the same authority as the FASB statements of financial accounting standards (SFAS), which by
themselves determine GAAP. Choice "a" is incorrect. Statements of financial accounting concepts (FAC's)
have much less authority (fifth floor) and do not by themselves determine GAAP as is the case with
SFASs and interpretations of SFASs. Choice "b" is incorrect. Emerging issues task force (EITF)
consensus is in the nature of a "third floor" authority. The EITF was established in 1984 to aid the FASB in
identifying and implementing emerging issues before they become widespread and ultimately require
action by the FASB. After discussing the issues and the relevant accounting pronouncements, the group
can sometimes reach a consensus on an issue, in which case no action by the FASB is usually needed.
Choice "c" is incorrect. Technical bulletins of the FASB (second floor) do not by themselves determine
GAAP.

Choice "d" is correct. An extraordinary item (a transaction that is both "unusual in nature" and "infrequent
in occurrence") should be reported separately as a component of income after discontinued operations of
a segment of a business.
The cumulative effect of a change in accounting principle is shown on the retained earnings statement.
This is why memorizing the mnemonic "idea" is so important.

Choice "c" is correct, $140,000.

Choice "d" is correct. Generally accepted accounting principles that were used in the most recent annual
report of an enterprise should be applied to interim financial statements of the current year, unless a
change in accounting principle is adopted in the current year.
Choices "a", "b", and "c" are incorrect, per above.

Note: 1/2 of the office space of $240,000 was used by the sales department, which should be allocated to
"selling expenses" (not general and administrative).
Choice "a" is correct. $290,000.