Accounting Equation

The accounting equation is a fundamental accounting principle illustrating that the sum of a company's liabilities and shareholders' equity equals its total assets. This equation forms the basis of the balance sheet, emphasizing the  principle of double-entry bookkeeping. The formula is expressed as: Assets = Liabilities + Shareholders' Equity

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