Cornerstones of Financial Accounting
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Author: Jay Rich, Jeff Jones
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Chapter 10, Problem 89.1C
To determine
Concept introduction:
Morals are judgments, standards, and rules of good conduct in the society. They guide people toward permissible behavior with regard to basic values.
To indicate:
If Roger and Gordon are unethical and breaking any law.
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Cornerstones of Financial Accounting
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