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Introducing the accounting identity

In this video, the University of Padova introduces the accounting identity.

In this video, we introduce the Accounting Identity.

The accounting identity is a key criterion underpinning accounting logic.

It helps to signpost and check whether we are on the right track.

We use the accounting identity in conjunction with investments, assets, revenues, liabilities, and equity.

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