What is the cardinal rule of the double entry system?

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JAMB 1994

What is the cardinal rule of the double entry system?

  • A. Debit the increasing account and credit the decreasing account
  • B. Debit the receiving account and credit the giving account
  • C. Debit the asset account and credit the liability account
  • D. Debit the revenue account and credit the expenditure account

Correct Answer: B. Debit the receiving account and credit the giving account



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