Question

Park Co.'s wholly-owned subsidiary, Schnell Corp., maintains its accounting records in Pounds Sterling. Because all of Schnell's branch offices are in Germany, its functional currency is the Euro. Remeasurement of Schnell's 20X8 financial statements resulted in a $7,600 gain, and translation of its financial statements resulted in an $8,100 gain. What amount should Park report as a foreign exchange gain in its other comprehensive income for the year ended December 31, 20X8?A. $-0-
B. $7,600
C. $8,100
D. $15,700

Answer 1

Answer:

C) $8,100

Explanation:

A foreign exchange gain happens when one company engages in foreign trade or foreign direct investment and when they convert the foreign currency into domestic money, the final amount is larger than originally expected. This happens because the exchange rate is not fixed, and if the foreign currency appreciated, then a gain will result since more domestic money will be received. On the other hand, if the foreign currency depreciates, this will result in a loss.