Write a short note on Contingent Liability – InterviewSolution

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1.	Write a short note on Contingent Liability
Answer» Contingent liability is a potential liability that may occur, depending on the outcome of an uncertain future event. A contingent liability is recorded in the accounting records if the contingency is likely and the amount of the liability can be reasonably estimated.

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