What is Dual Aspect ?

It provides the very basis of recording business transactions in the books of accounts. This concept assumes that every transaction has a dual effect, i.e. it affects two accounts in their respective opposite sides It is commonly expressed in terms of fundamental accounting equation Assets = Liabilities + Capital The knowledge of dual aspect helps … Read more

What is Accounting Cost Concept?

The cost concept requires that all assets are recorded in the book of accounts at their purchase price, which includes cost of acquisition, transportation, installation and making the asset ready to use. The concept of cost is historical in nature as it is something, which has been paid on the date of acquisition and does … Read more