On November 25, Year 4, an explosion occurred at a Rex Co. plant causing extensive property damage to area buildings. By March 10, Year 5, claims had been asserted against Rex. Rex's management and counsel concluded that it is probable Rex will be responsible for damages, and that $3.5 million would be a reasonable estimate of its liability. Rex's $10 million comprehensive public liability policy has a $500,000 deductible clause. Rex's December 31, Year 4, financial statements, issued on March 25, Year 5, should report this item as

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1. On November 25, Year 4, an explosion occurred at a Rex Co. plant causing extensive property damage to area buildings. By March 10, Year 5, claims had been asserted against Rex. Rex's management and counsel concluded that it is probable Rex will be responsible for damages, and that $3.5 million would be a reasonable estimate of its liability. Rex's $10 million comprehensive public liability policy has a $500,000 deductible clause. Rex's December 31, Year 4, financial statements, issued on March 25, Year 5, should report this item as