Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP):
Generally Accepted Accounting Principles are the generally followed rules, concepts and principles which are used for the presentation of the financial information of a business organization.
International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS):
International Financial Reporting Standards is a set of accounting standards which are developed by independent (Non-profit) organization called as International Accounting Standards Board (IASB). It is universally accepted set of standards which states the rules and practice for accounting practice.
To Identify: Any differences between Generally Accepted
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