ASSET Definition

ASSET is anything owned by an individual or a business, which has commercial or exchange value. Assets may consist of specific property or claims against others, in contrast to obligations due others. (See also Liabilities).

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ENTITY BOUNDARY is that which is legally included within or excluded from a defined entity.

ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE is a current asset representing money due for services performed or merchandise sold on credit.

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