Gain a solid overview of the basic topics of financial and managerial accounting using a unique Integrated Financial Statement Framework with SURVEY OF ACCOUNTING, 8E -- written specifically for readers who have no prior knowledge of accounting. The book’s unique framework illustrates the impact of transactions on financial statements without the use of detailed rules and procedures involving debits and credits. This edition also incorporates Warren’s Metric Analysis to link transactions and management decisions to metrics that assess the financial condition and performance of businesses – demonstrating the impact of transactions and management decisions on the business.