Table of contents

1. Introduction to Accounting1h 21m
2. Transaction Analysis1h 13m
3. Accrual Accounting Concepts2h 38m
4. Merchandising Operations2h 30m
5. Inventory1h 55m
6. Internal Controls and Reporting Cash1h 16m
7. Receivables and Investments3h 8m
8. Long Lived Assets5h 1m
9. Current Liabilities2h 19m
10. Time Value of Money1h 23m
- Time Value of Money Equations
  35m
- Using Time Value of Money Tables
  47m
11. Long Term Liabilities2h 45m
12. Stockholders' Equity2h 15m
13. Statement of Cash Flows2h 24m
14. Financial Statement Analysis5h 25m
15. GAAP vs IFRS56m

1. Introduction to Accounting

Business Organization

Financial Accounting

1. Introduction to Accounting

Business Organization

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Multiple Choice

Do most businesses start with several owners?

Most businesses are required by law to have at least three owners.

No, most businesses start with a single owner.

Most businesses are owned by large corporations from the beginning.

Yes, most businesses start with multiple owners.

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Understand the types of business ownership structures: Businesses can be structured as sole proprietorships, partnerships, corporations, or limited liability companies (LLCs). Each structure has different ownership requirements.

Recognize that sole proprietorships are the most common type of business structure for new businesses. A sole proprietorship is owned and operated by a single individual, making it the simplest and most accessible form of business ownership.

Clarify that partnerships and corporations typically involve multiple owners, but they are less common for businesses at the start. Partnerships require at least two owners, while corporations can have many shareholders.

Note that there is no legal requirement for most businesses to start with multiple owners. The choice of ownership structure depends on the business's goals, resources, and legal considerations.

Conclude that most businesses start with a single owner, especially small businesses and startups, due to the simplicity and lower costs associated with sole proprietorships.