The prudence (conservatism) concept suggests that a business should:

A. Recognize all expected profits in advance
B. Not overstate assets or income and not understate liabilities or expenses
C. Ignore all expected losses
D. Record assets at the highest possible value
Correct Answer: B. Not overstate assets or income and not understate liabilities or expenses

Prudence calls for caution under uncertainty.

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