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In this post, we look at the answers to – What is the fundamental equation? How to expand an equation? And what are some expanded basic accounting example problems?<\/span><\/p>\n\n

Expanded accounting equation<\/b><\/h1>\n

We derive the expanded accounting equation from the basic accounting equation. The equation provides more details about an owner\u2019s equity. Accounting equations expanded are different for sole proprietorships and stock holder\u2019s equity. The expanded accounting equation divides equity into four elements – owner’s capital, withdrawals, revenue, and expenses.<\/span><\/p>\n

Also Read:<\/strong> Independent Consultant | A comprehensive guide<\/a><\/p>\n

Two accounting equation formula<\/b><\/h2>\n

Accounting is an essential part of the business. It involves tracking and recording financial transactions in the company. We use accounting formulas to describe the financial health of a company. We use them to produce financial statements like the balance sheet and profit and loss statement. The two accounting equations are:- the basic accounting equation and the expanded accounting equation.<\/span><\/p>\n

1. Basic accounting equation<\/strong><\/h4>\n

The basic accounting equation is also known as the balance sheet equation. The equation is the foundation of double-entry bookkeeping. The basic accounting equation is<\/span><\/p>\n

Assets = Equity + Liability<\/span><\/p>\n

Assets are company resources or things the company owns. These assets can be short-term or long-term.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Liabilities are assets owed to the creditors. Creditors are entities (vendors, government, bank, employees) that the company owes money to. We can subdivide liabilities into short-term liabilities and long-term liabilities.<\/span><\/p>\n

Equity is the value of assets that belong to the owners. Equity is the amount left for the owner once assets and liabilities are paid. The owner\u2019s equity increases, when the owner’s investments and revenue increase.<\/span><\/p>\n

The owner\u2019s equity decreases if there are cash withdrawals, business expenses, or losses.<\/span><\/p>\n

2. Expanded accounting equation<\/strong><\/h4>\n

The expanded account equation uses the basic accounting equation and adds equity items to show how it affects the company. We split the equity account into four or five categories. This split depends on the ownership patterns. The expanded accounting equation is\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Assets=Liabilities+CC+BRE+R\u2212E\u2212D<\/span><\/p>\n

where:<\/span><\/p>\n