When are expensesrecognized?

A.

Firms recognize expenses(1) when theentity's benefits are consumed in the process of producing or delivering goods or rendering services and(2) when an asset has experienced a reduced(or eliminated) future benefit or when a liability has been incurred orincreased, without an associated benefit.

B.

The only situation in which expenses are recognized is when theentity's benefits are consumed in the process of producing or delivering goods or rendering services.

C.

An expense is recognized when the company receives the right to bill with the expectation that a customer will pay the amount billed and the expenses associated with it.

D.

Firms recognize expenses(1) when theentity's benefits are consumed in the process of producing or delivering goods or rendering services and(2) when an asset will experience an increased future benefit or when a liability has been reduced.