ACCOUNTING Definition

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ACCOUNTING is primarily a system of measurement and reporting of economic events based upon the accounting equation for the purpose of decision making. Generally, when someone says "accounting" they are referring to the department, activity or individuals involved in the application of the accounting equation.

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ARP see ADJUSTABLE RATE PREFERRED.

QUALITY is a degree or grade of excellence or worth; can be highly subjective.

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