2. The following statements are correct about notes in the financial statements, except: Issues that can't be included in the financial statements are presented in the form of notes in the financial statements Financial statement notes are prepared according to the full-disclosure principle The statement which is prepared with all assets and liabilities and capital to know the financial position of a business at the end of the year

2. The following statements are correct about notes in the financial statements, except: Issues that can't be included in the financial statements are presented in the form of notes in the financial statements Financial statement notes are prepared according to the full-disclosure principle The statement which is prepared with all assets and liabilities and capital to know the financial position of a business at the end of the year

Principles of Accounting Volume 1

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Chapter3: Analyzing And Recording Transactions

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Problem 10MC: Which of the following is the principle that a business must report any business activities that...

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