alleryStart learning →A liability that depends on the outcome of a pending lawsuit is classed as what?
AA current liability
BA contingent liability
CA capital reserve
DA trade payable
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: B. A contingent liability
A liability that may arise from an uncertain future event is contingent.
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