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Intro to bookkeeping
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Books of First Entry | The books in which the first record of a transaction is written down. AKA The Day Books |
| Ledgers | Books that contain the accounts of individuals, assets, liabilities, gains and expenses. |
| Accounts | Pages in the ledger that deal with a specific individual, asset etc. |
| Double Entry Bookkeeping | The recording of two aspects of a transaction, i.e. the giving and receiving sides. |
| Trial balance | A statement that tests if the double entry bookkeeping has been carried out correctly before the final accounts are drafted. |
| Sales Day Book | Used to record the sale of goods on credit. |
| Purchases Day Book | Used to record the purchase of goods on credit for resale. |
| Sales Returns Day Book | Used to record the return of goods sold on credit. |
| Purchases Returns Day Book | Used to record the return of goods purchased on credit for resale. |
| Receipt | Written proof of payment for a good or service. |