Accounting Dictionary - Letter A

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Accrual accounting
(also called accrual basis accounting) recognizes the effects of accounting events when such events occur regardless of the time cash is exchanged. Revenues are recognized when they are earned and expenses are recognized when they are incurred, regardless of when cash is received or paid.
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