Long-term contract; revenue recognition; loss on entire project
Response to the following problem:
Franklin Construction entered into a fixed-price contract to build a freeway-connecting ramp for $30 million. Construction costs incurred in the first year were $16 million and estimated remaining costs to complete at the end of the year were $17 million.
How much gross profit or loss will Franklin recognize in the first year if it recognizes revenue over time according to percentage of completion?
What if instead Franklin recognizes revenue upon contract completion?