Intermediate Accounting
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Author: J. David Spiceland, Mark W. Nelson, Wayne M Thomas
Publisher: McGraw-Hill Education
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Accounting concepts and principles: Financial statements are prepared in accordance with the guidelines of “GAAP” (Generally Accepted Accounting principles). The main objective of GAAP is to protect the interest of the investors and ensure fair business practice.
Generally Accepted Accounting Principle (GAAP): Generally Accepted Accounting Principle (GAAP) is a common set of accounting principles, standards, and procedures that the companies must follow at the time of preparation of the financial statements.
To Explain: The reasons for not disclosing the
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