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

Types of Accounting

Financial Accounting

1. Introduction to Accounting

Types of Accounting

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Multiple Choice

An example of a real estate asset that trades in the public equity market is a(n):

Direct ownership of an apartment building

Mortgage-backed security

Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT)

Private equity fund

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Understand the concept of a Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT): A REIT is a company that owns, operates, or finances income-generating real estate. It allows investors to buy shares in real estate portfolios, which may include commercial properties, apartments, or other real estate assets.

Differentiate between the options provided: Direct ownership of an apartment building refers to private ownership and is not traded in public equity markets. Mortgage-backed securities are debt instruments backed by real estate loans, not equity investments. Private equity funds are investment vehicles that are not publicly traded.

Recognize that REITs are publicly traded entities: REITs are listed on stock exchanges, making them accessible to individual investors who can buy and sell shares like any other publicly traded stock.

Understand why REITs are the correct answer: REITs provide a way for investors to gain exposure to real estate assets without direct ownership, and they are specifically designed to trade in public equity markets.

Conclude that REITs are the example of a real estate asset that trades in the public equity market, as opposed to the other options provided, which do not meet this criterion.