Question 1 (14 Marks):

(a) IFRS 5 requires certain conditions to be met before an asset or disposal group can be classified as held for sale. What are these conditions? [6 Marks]

(b) A subsidiary entity, Crystal Ltd, is for sale at a price $ 6 million. There has been some interest from prospective buyers but no sale as yet. One buyer has made an offer of $ 5 million but the directors of the parent company have declined the offer. An accountant firm which was appointed by the parent company has just submitted a report and advice that the fair value of Crystal Ltd is $ 7.5 million. They have decided not to lower the sale price of Crystal Ltd at the moment. Discuss whether the subsidiary can be classified as held for sale. [8 Marks]