Financial Accounting
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ISBN: 9781259307959
Author: J. David Spiceland, Wayne M Thomas, Don Herrmann
Publisher: McGraw-Hill Education
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Chapter 1, Problem 21RQ
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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.
To Explain: The meaning of GAAP.
To determine
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 financial statements
To Explain: The reason for the companies to follow GAAP while reporting to external users.
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