Note: For all scenarios, support your answers with citations from the authoritative IFRS and U.S. GAAP literature.

Scenario 4

Under new legislation, FuelSource is required to install smoke filters in its factories by June 30, 20X2. As of December 31, 20X1, FuelSource had not yet installed the smoke filters.

Required:

Should FuelSource recognize a provision as of December 31, 20X1, (1) in reporting to its U.K. parent under IFRS and (2) in reporting to its U.S.-based lender in accordance with U.S. GAAP?