alleryStart learning →A provision is best described as a liability of what kind?
AUncertain timing or amount
BFixed timing and amount
CUnknown creditor identity
DNil settlement value
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: A. Uncertain timing or amount
A provision differs from other liabilities because either its timing or its amount is uncertain.
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