Why do accounts have to be classified? Why is there a need for an accounting equ...

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Why do accounts have to be classified?
Why is there a need for an accounting equation?
How does accounting help with issues of recording important data?

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Classification of accounts in the ledgers helps the accounting department create the financial statements. If the sale and purchase of assets have been properly recorded, that makes it easier to see the asset classifications you need to report on the balance sheet.
The Accounting Equation is a Balancing Act
Double-entry accounting requires a clear understanding of the accounting equation because it is the foundation of your company's balance sheet, which expresses your business's assets, liabilities, and owner's/shareholder's equity in detail.
Recording transactions allows you to prepare finances for tax returns, therefore meeting deadlines and avoiding penalties. ... Having all the transactions recorded will always make this process simpler. Additionally, you can manage your outgoings much more effectively by tracking your transactions.