Strengths-weaknesses of various types of accounting

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Write a 700 to 1,050 word paper in APA format comparing and contrasting the different types of accounting, namely accrual, cash flow, and fund accounting. Be sure to consider the following: How are entries made under each type of accounting? How does each type of accounting handle depreciation, if at all? How is inventory accounted for? Are there any difference between the organizations that adopt a particular accounting method? What are the strengths and weaknesses of the various types of accounting?

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