Oil & Gas

Geological & Geophysical (G&G) Studies — Expensed

Expensing geological mapping and regional basin studies before an exploration license is secured.

Account NameTypeDebit ($)Credit ($)
Exploration Expense — G&G StudiesExpense (+)800,000.00-
Cash / Accounts Payable (Consultant)Asset/Liability (-)-800,000.00

💡 Accountant's Note

Pre-license G&G studies that do not relate to a specific exploration area with rights are expensed as incurred. They cannot be capitalized as E&E assets under IFRS 6 because no exploration right yet exists.

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