Intermediate Accounting (2nd Edition)

2nd Edition

ISBN: 9780134730370

Author: Elizabeth A. Gordon, Jana S. Raedy, Alexander J. Sannella

Publisher: PEARSON

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Explain the difference between the accrual basis of accounting and the cash basis of accounting? Which basis is acceptable under U.S. GAAP? Explain.

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