alleryStart learning →Initial direct costs attributable to the lessee under a finance lease are
AAdded to the asset recognised
BDeferred as prepaid rent
CDeducted from the liability
DExpensed immediately
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: A. Added to the asset recognised
Directly attributable costs of negotiating the lease form part of the amount recognised as the asset.
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