Write a professional email to the CFO detailing the application of GAAP to consolidated financial statements. Specifically, you must address the following rubric criteria: Explain the components of a joint venture consolidation. Explain the role of the variable interest entity (VIE) model in a joint venture consolidation. Describe the GAAP guidance pertaining to consolidated financial statements for a joint venture. Determine the significance of the lease transaction within a joint consolidation. Consider the following in your response: GAAP application VIE considerations Summarize whether the investment treatment is appropriate given the situation in the scenario