Pre Ig ch2 Notes
Pre Ig ch2 Notes
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1. Invoice : An invoice is a document issued by the credit supplier of goods on credit showing
details , quantities and prices of goods supplied .
Note : Some times , the supplier allows the customer trade discount . This is a reduction
in the price of the goods supplied . Trade discount is usually on bulk purchases .
3. Debit Note : It is a document issued on purchase of the goods on credit to request a reduction in
the invoice received .
Note : The customer receives the original credit note and uses it to record the purchase returns .
The supplier keeps a copy of the credit note and uses it to record sales returns.
Note : Neither the supplier nor the customer makes any entries in their accounting records in
respect of statement of account .
A statement of account is a reminder to the customer of the amount outstanding .
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9. Cheque : Is a written oreder to a bank to pay a stated sum of money to the person or business
named on the order.
11. Receipt : A receipt is a written document of money received and acts as a proof of payment.
Note : Since a cheque passes through the banking system it can act as a receipt ,so many business
do not issue receipts if accounts have been paid by cheque. Where goods are sold for cash ,
the customer is usually provided with receipt.