The Basic Purpose of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles Is To

question 39

Multiple Choice

The basic purpose of generally accepted accounting principles is to:

• A)Minimize the possibility of a business becoming insolvent.
• B)Provide a framework for financial reporting that is understood by both the preparers and the users of financial statements.
• C)Ensure that financial statements include the type of information that is best suited to every type of business decision.
• D)Eliminate the need for professional judgment in preparing financial statements.

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