why do total assets equal the sum of total


Why do total assets equal the sum of total liabilities and equity?Explain.

Assets = Liabilities + Equity

Assets are the entities of value a business owns. Liabilities are liable claims on the business by non-owners and equities are the owners' claim on the business. The sum of the equity and liabilities is the total capital contributed to the business which by definition equals the total value of the assets.

 

Request for Solution File

Ask an Expert for Answer!!
Financial Management: why do total assets equal the sum of total
Reference No:- TGS0305961

Expected delivery within 24 Hours