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Lesson 46 C4aC4dC4f

Definitions and identifications

In this session, you'll learn how to define and identify leases under IFRS 16, a critical skill for Financial Reporting and Advanced Financial Reporting exams.

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  1. 0:00 Leases: definitions and identification
  2. 0:14 What is a lease and key roles
  3. 0:28 Understanding the lease term
  4. 0:52 How to identify a lease contract
  5. 2:01 Separating lease and non-lease components
  6. 3:17 Worked example: machinery and parts purchase

About this lesson

You'll explore the key definitions—lessee, lessor, and right-of-use asset—and understand how to determine whether a contract contains a lease by assessing control of an identified asset. The video walks you through identifying lease components, separating lease from non-lease elements (like maintenance or parts purchases), and allocating consideration based on standalone prices, with a practical worked example showing how to split payments between lease and non-lease components. This foundational knowledge is essential for tackling lease accounting questions accurately and confidently in your exams.

Duration: 5m

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