# double-entry bookkeeping

- Canonical URL: https://www.gerhardmerk.de/double-entry-bookkeeping
- Post ID: 604465
- Modified: 2026-09-07T19:47:59+00:00
- Language: en

## Definition

Double-entry bookkeeping records the financial effects of each business event in a coordinated set of ledger accounts, with total debits equal to total credits. This system creates a balanced record that supports the preparation and review of financial statements.

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