What Is Electronic Data Interchange

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Essay

What is electronic data interchange?

Understand the fundamental principles of accounting and the purpose of key financial statements.

Identify the components of the accounting equation, including assets, liabilities, and owner’s equity.

Recognize the structure and purpose of a trial balance, balance sheet, and chart of accounts.

Distinguish between different types of transactions and their impact on the accounting equation.

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