This book covers nearly 100 topics, starting with the definition of accounting, describing the accounting equation, and showing how to record transactions, determine assets and liabilities, profit and loss, and much more. For more than a decade, titles in this handy, quick study series have helped many college freshmen and others taking introductory 101-level college courses. Designed to be compatible with virtually all standard textbooks in their target subjects, EZ-101 Study Keys outline and organize subject material so that it resembles classroom lecture notes taken by attentive students. As such, these books provide a general overview of course material, and are ideal for brush-up and review study sessions before taking examinations or writing class papers.