Class 11 Accountancy Revision Notes

Introduction to Accounting

Introduction to Accounting Notes

Introduction to Accounting — Notes Meaning and objectives Accounting is the process of identifying, recording, classifying, summarising and communicating financial information. It…

Theory Base of Accounting

Theory Base of Accounting Notes

Theory Base of Accounting — Notes GAAP and accounting principles Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) provide a common framework. Key concepts : business entity, money…

Recording of Transactions

Recording of Transactions Notes

Recording of Transactions — Notes The accounting equation Every transaction keeps this equation balanced (the dual aspect ). Double entry system and rules Each transaction affects…

Bank Reconciliation Statement

Bank Reconciliation Statement Notes

Bank Reconciliation Statement — Notes Meaning A Bank Reconciliation Statement (BRS) reconciles the balance shown by the firm's cash book with that shown by the bank pass book/stat…

Depreciation, Provisions and Reserves

Depreciation, Provisions and Reserves Notes

Depreciation, Provisions and Reserves — Notes Depreciation Depreciation is the gradual, permanent fall in the value of a fixed asset due to use, wear and tear or obsolescence. Met…

Bills of Exchange

Bills of Exchange Notes

Bills of Exchange — Notes Meaning and parties A bill of exchange is a written, unconditional order to pay a certain sum on a fixed date. The parties are the drawer , drawee (accep…

Financial Statements

Financial Statements Notes

Financial Statements — Notes Financial statements show the result and the financial position of a business. Trading and Profit & Loss Account The Trading Account finds the gross p…