If an Entity Is Not Considered a VIE, the Determination

Multiple Choice

If an entity is not considered a VIE, the determination of consolidation is based on whether:

A) the voting rights are proportional to the obligations to absorb expected losses or receive expected residual returns.
B) the total equity at risk is sufficient to permit the entity to finance its activities without additional subordinated financial support from other parties.
C) the equity investments or investments in subordinated debt are at risk.
D) one of the entities in the consolidated group directly or indirectly has a controlling financial interest (usually ownership of a majority voting interest) in the other entities.