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The Accounting Equation

 We often heard Accounting being associated with Math subject. But, here you will see how basic the Accounting Equation is. 


ASSETS = LIABILITIES + EQUITY


What are Assets, Liabilities, and Equity?

Assets: Resources owned with future economic benefit

Liabilities:  Obligations/Payables

Equity: The remaining value of the owners’ interest. Using the equation above, it is what remains after total liabilities are deducted from total assets


A net profit from your business will increase your Equity, while a net loss will decrease it.


Now, let's get familiar with Debits and Credits on Double Entry Accounting

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