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IFRS 15: Identifying Contracts - Which Arrangements Qualify Under Revenue Recognition Standards?
Which one of the following arrangements meets the attributes of a contract under IFRS 15? WatchThis Ltd., an on-line film service, offers potential customers a one-month free trial after which the cost is MU12.99 per month. Kalani signs up for the free trial. Kalani has to provide her credit card details during registration, which will be used to debit the monthly charge once the trial has ended, unless Kalani cancels (at no charge) before the trial ends. Pretty Petals Pty Ltd., a monthly garden magazine publisher offers to provide three months of free magazine isuess to all potential customers. The offer is on a trial basis, with the aim of enticing those participating in the trial to sign up for an annual paid subscription. Levi, a keen gardener, is delighted and accepts the free trial offer Influence Inc. arranges social networking functions for the busy city of Utopia. Catering 4 U Ltd. enters into a three year contract with Influence Inc. to provide a minimum of 100 food platters per year. The price of each platter depends on the specific menu selected, which Influence Inc. will have confirmation of 48 hours before each function. Naomi has some health issues and after speaking with a friend phones Wellness Ltd. to book an appointment. The receptionist assures her that there is no cancellation fee if she cannot make it. Naomi subsequently finds a series of free videos on the internet which address her symptoms and detail natural remedies

The arrangement that meets the attributes of a contract under IFRS 15 is the agreement between WatchThis Ltd. and Kalani. In this case, Kalani enters into a contract with WatchThis Ltd. by providing her credit card details, establishing an obligation to pay after the free trial period, unless she cancels before the trial ends. This arrangement meets the criteria for a contract because it involves mutual consent between the parties, has commercial substance, and the transaction price (MU12.99 per month after the trial) is identified, with a distinct good or service being provided (access to the online film service).

The other arrangements do not necessarily meet the full attributes of a contract under IFRS 15 at the time of entering into the agreement: - Pretty Petals Pty Ltd.'s offer to Levi is a promotional offer with no immediate consideration flowing to the company, and it is uncertain whether Levi will commit to an annual subscription after the trial. - Catering 4 U Ltd.'s contract with Influence Inc. is a contract for a future series of separate transactions, but it is not a single contract for a good or service at a single point in time; it is an ongoing contract with variable elements (the specific menu selected). - Naomi's interaction with Wellness Ltd. does not establish a contract since there is no consideration involved, as the service was not provided, nor was payment made or promised.

According to IFRS 15, a contract requires identification of a distinct good or service, consideration, and mutual consent between the parties, which is present in the WatchThis Ltd. and Kalani's agreement.