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1. The steps in the accounting cycle for a merchandising company are different from the accounting cycle for a service company. Discuss whether or not you agree or disagree.
2. Determine whether or not the measurement of net income for a merchandising company conceptually is the same for a service company.

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The steps in the accounting cycle for a merchandising company are different from the accounting cycle for a service company. Discuss whether or not you agree or disagree.
2. Determine whether or not the measurement of net income for a merchandising company conceptually is the same for a service company.

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The steps in the accounting cycle for a merchandising company are different from the accounting cycle for a service company. Discuss whether or not you agree or disagree.
2. Determine whether or not the measurement of net income for a merchandising company conceptually is ...

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