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How are general reserves different from retained earnings?

FFatima3y ago
A) I have seen general reserves as an mcq option. Can you explain how they differ from retained earnings? B) Another question: Is the term "accumulated profits" same as retained earnings? Just wanted to be sure.
John MoffatJohn MoffatTutor3y ago#1
A They are a separate reserve created by a transfer from retained earnings. B Yes - they mean the same. Have you not watched our free lectures on this because both questions are dealt with in the lectures? The lectures are a complete free course for Paper FA and cover everything needed to be able to pass the exam well :-)
FFatima3y ago#2
Thank you, Sir. Yes, I have watched all the lectures on limited companies. They are exceptional.
John MoffatJohn MoffatTutor3y ago#3
You are welcome (and thank you for your comment :-) )
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