Inflate reported revenue in the current period

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A company is experiencing a period of strong financial performance. In order to increase the likelihood of exceeding analysts' earnings forecasts in the next reporting period, the company would most likely undertake accounting choices that:
A. inflate reported revenue in the current period.
B. delay expense recognition in the current period.
C. accelerate expense recognition in the current period.

Reference no: EM131045020

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