Answer the following statements true (T) or false (F)

1. On the income statement, earnings per share is shown for income from continuing operations.
2 The income from continuing operations helps investors make predictions about the company's past
performance.
3. Interest revenue and interest expense are not included in the calculation of income from continuing
operations.
4. Income tax expense is added to arrive at income from continuing operations.
5. The disposal of a business segment is reported as discontinued operations.


1. TRUE
2. FALSE - Explanation: The income from continuing operations helps investors make predictions about the company's future earnings.
3. FALSE - Explanation: Interest revenue and interest expense are included in income from continuing operations.
4. FALSE - Explanation: Income tax expense is added to arrive at income from continuing operations.
5. TRUE

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