Book II

Accounting and Financial Reports

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In this book …

  • Look at the three most important documents: the balance sheet, the income statement, and the statement of cash flows
  • Learn the correct way to report profit
  • Understand business structures, from sole proprietorships to different types of corporation
  • Learn how to read a balance sheet to find assets, liabilities, and equity
  • Determine a company’s expenses and analyze profits and losses
  • Examine the statement of cash flow
  • Keep up to date on accounting and financial reporting standards
  • Take a close look at the cost of goods sold and depreciation expenses

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