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Accounting · Preparation of financial statements

Partnerships

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Partnership

Partnership — a business owned by two or more people in order to make a profit.

AdvantagesDisadvantages
More capital and resources available.Unlimited liability.
Easy to establish and manage.Profits must be shared.
More skills and knowledge.Responsibilities are shared.

Appropriation account — shows how the net profit is distributed between the partners.

Current vs capital account

Current accountCapital account
Shows the value of the investment a partner currently has in the business.Shows the main investment a partner has in the business.

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