INTERMEDIATE ACTG LOOSELEAF W/ ACCESS
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ISBN: 9781264397488
Author: SPICELAND
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Chapter 1, Problem 1.11Q
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 of the financial statements.
To Explain: The meaning of the phrase ‘adverse economic consequences’ of new or changed accounting standards.
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INTERMEDIATE ACTG LOOSELEAF W/ ACCESS
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