Explain the Two Types of Application Programs

question 28

Essay

Explain the two types of application programs.

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Definitions:

Cash Payments

Transactions where the payment for goods or services is made in cash at the time of purchase.

Accounts Payable

Liabilities representing amounts owed by a company to suppliers for goods and services received but not yet paid for.

Credit Entries

Accounting entries that increase liabilities or equity or decrease assets, reflecting gains to a company's balance sheet.

Expense Account

An income statement account that represents the cost of goods sold or services provided to generate revenue.