Advantages & Disadvantages of Single Entry System

Advantages & Disadvantages of Single Entry System

·      Advantages of Single Entry System :-

(i)              Simple Method: Single Entry System is a simple method of recording business transactions.  

(ii)            Less Expensive: It is less expensive when it is compared to Double Entry System of book keeping.

(iii)            Suitable for Small Businesses: It is mainly suited to small businesses with limited number of transactions and very few assets and liabilities.

(iv)            No Need of Expert Knowledge: Under Single Entry System, accounting records can be easily maintained as their maintenance does not require expert knowledge of the principles of book keeping. 

(v)             Easy to Ascertain Profit or Loss: Ascertainment of profit or loss is much easier. To ascertain the profit or loss, the proprietor has to compare the financial condition of business at the close of the accounting period with that in the beginning.

·      Disadvantages of Single Entry System :-

(i)              Arithmetical Accuracy cannot be Proved: Trial Balance cannot be prepared hence, arithmetical accuracy of books cannot be proved or tested. Chances of error, mischief or fraud remaining undetected are high.

(ii)            No Control on Assets: Since assets accounts are not maintained, it is difficult to keep full control, in order to avoid misappropriations of assets.

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