Why companies change accounting policies

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Problem 1: What are the major reasons why companies change accounting policies?

a) Desire to show better profit picture.
b) Desire to increase cash flows through reduction in income taxes.
c) Requirement by International Accounting Standards Board to change accounting methods.
d) All of above

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