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Accrual Concept
The Accrual Concept, also known as the Periodicity Concept and Mercantile Accounting System, is a fundamental principle in accounting. It...
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Realisation Concept
The Realisation concept dictates that revenue from business transactions should only be recorded in the accounting records when it is...
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Dual Aspect Concept
The dual aspect concept is a fundamental principle in accounting that underpins the recording of business transactions. This concept is...
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Accounting Cost Concept
The accounting cost concept dictates that assets are recorded in the accounting books at their purchase price, which includes...
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Accounting Period Concept
The accounting period concept involves recording all transactions in the books of accounts with the understanding that profits will be...
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Going Concern Concept
The going concern concept states that a business will continue its operations indefinitely. In essence, it assumes that a business entity...
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Money Measurement Concept
The money measurement concept stipulates that all business transactions must be expressed in monetary terms, using the currency of the...
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Business Entity Concept
The business entity concept establishes that, for accounting purposes, the business and its owners are considered separate entities. This...
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Accounting Concepts and Conventions
Accounting principles and practices are essential for maintaining consistency and clarity in financial records. These principles, known...
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Understanding of Various Accounting Terms
Accounting Terms Transaction A transaction is an event involving the exchange of value between entities. Examples include purchasing...
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Fundamental and Qualitative Characteristics of Accounting Information
Financial statements must exhibit two fundamental characteristics: truth and fairness. An auditor must attest whether, in their opinion,...
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Accounting as a Source of Information, and Its Users
The  Accounting Principles Board of The American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) highlighted that the primary function...
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