In General,when Were Transportation and Communications Costs Significant Barriers to Developing

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Essay

In general,when were transportation and communications costs significant barriers to developing an integrated internal market system in the U.S.? Why did these costs vary between North and South? Between East and West? What broke down these barriers?

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Definitions:

Going Concern Assumption

An accounting principle assuming that a company will continue in operation for the foreseeable future.

Monetary Unit Assumption

An accounting principle that assumes transactions can be recorded and expressed in a stable currency.

Economic Entity Assumption

An accounting principle that treats a company as a separate entity from its owners or other businesses, keeping its financial transactions distinct.

Revenue Recognition Principle

An accounting principle that dictates the specific conditions under which revenue is recognized or recorded.