This is a fast, no-nonsense guide to basic financial accounting principles and procedures. Thoroughly revised and updated, this bestselling title in the 36-Hour Course series covers all the essentials of accounting. You'll find detailed, yet easy-to-read coverage of key topics such as the balance sheet, cash flow and income statements, fixed assets and depreciation, as well as important tax concepts. The fourth edition is packed with simple-to-apply information on basic principles and procedures, as well as new test problems and a final exam