CPA Exam For Dummies
2nd Edition
Published on 15. April 2024
Book
Paperback/Softback
304 pages
978-1-394-24599-4 (ISBN)
Description
Pass the CPA exam with clear study material, online practice, and up-to-date content
CPA Exam For Dummies gives you a solid overview of everything you need to know to pass the Uniform CPA Examination-updated to reflect the 2024 exam updates. Only about half of aspiring CPAs pass the test their first time around. You can be in that one-and-done group, thanks to the concrete study plans in this book. You'll also get access to online resources, including study questions for each section of the exam and digital flashcards so you can really know your stuff on test day. Passing your exam is not just about the nuts and bolts. If you want to score your highest, you'll also need to understand how the test is organized and what to expect on text day. This Dummies study guide has you covered, with an overview of the updated exam and strategies for doing your very best.
Review all content covered on the updated Uniform CPA Examination
Answer practice questions and study with digital flashcards to solidify your knowledge
Follow detailed study plans that will help you keep your test prep on track
Maximize your score, pass the test, and launch your career as a CPA
Anyone on the CPA track needs a copy of CPA Exam For Dummies. It's great as a supplement to review and prep courses, or all on its own.
CPA Exam For Dummies gives you a solid overview of everything you need to know to pass the Uniform CPA Examination-updated to reflect the 2024 exam updates. Only about half of aspiring CPAs pass the test their first time around. You can be in that one-and-done group, thanks to the concrete study plans in this book. You'll also get access to online resources, including study questions for each section of the exam and digital flashcards so you can really know your stuff on test day. Passing your exam is not just about the nuts and bolts. If you want to score your highest, you'll also need to understand how the test is organized and what to expect on text day. This Dummies study guide has you covered, with an overview of the updated exam and strategies for doing your very best.
Review all content covered on the updated Uniform CPA Examination
Answer practice questions and study with digital flashcards to solidify your knowledge
Follow detailed study plans that will help you keep your test prep on track
Maximize your score, pass the test, and launch your career as a CPA
Anyone on the CPA track needs a copy of CPA Exam For Dummies. It's great as a supplement to review and prep courses, or all on its own.
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Edition
2nd edition
Language
English
Place of publication
United States
Publishing group
John Wiley & Sons Inc
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Paperback (trade)
Unsewn / adhesive bound
Dimensions
Height: 272 mm
Width: 216 mm
Thickness: 19 mm
Weight
574 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-394-24599-4 (9781394245994)
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Kenneth W. Boyd, CPA, has more than 30 years of experience in accounting and education. Ken worked as a CPA in KPMG's Audit department and in his own tax and consulting practice. He currently teaches accounting and finance online through his own firm, St. Louis Test Preparation. Ken is the author of Cost Accounting For Dummies.
Content
Introduction 1
Part 1: Getting Started with the CPA Exam 5
Chapter 1: So You Want to Become a CPA 7
Chapter 2: Getting Acquainted with the CPA Exam 15
Chapter 3: Applying, Scheduling, and Planning for Your Exam Day 25
Chapter 4: Implementing a Study Program 33
Chapter 5: Understanding the Types of CPA Questions 47
Part 2: Discipline Tests 53
Chapter 6: Understanding the Business Analysis and Reporting Test 55
Chapter 7: Reviewing the Information Systems and Controls Test 67
Chapter 8: Going Over the Tax Compliance and Planning Test 75
Chapter 9: Discipline Practice Questions 89
Chapter 10: Answers and Explanations to Discipline Test Practice Questions 97
Part 3: Financial Accounting and Reporting 101
Chapter 11: Taking a Closer Look at the Financial Accounting and Reporting Test 103
Chapter 12: Financial Accounting and Reporting Practice Questions 135
Chapter 13: Answers and Explanations to Financial Accounting and Reporting Practice Questions 145
Part 4: Auditing and Attestation 155
Chapter 14: Taking a Closer Look at the Auditing and Attestation Test 157
Chapter 15: Auditing and Attestation Practice Questions 185
Chapter 16: Answers and Explanations to Auditing and Attestation Practice Questions 193
Part 5: Taxation and Regulation 197
Chapter 17: Taking a Closer Look at the Taxation and Regulation Test 199
Chapter 18: Taxation and Regulation Practice Questions 223
Chapter 19: Answers and Explanations to Taxation and Regulation Practice Questions 229
Part 6: The Part of Tens 233
Chapter 20: Ten Common Mistakes on the CPA Exam 235
Chapter 21: Ten Important Formulas to Understand 243
Glossary of Accounting Terms 253
Index 271
Part 1: Getting Started with the CPA Exam 5
Chapter 1: So You Want to Become a CPA 7
Chapter 2: Getting Acquainted with the CPA Exam 15
Chapter 3: Applying, Scheduling, and Planning for Your Exam Day 25
Chapter 4: Implementing a Study Program 33
Chapter 5: Understanding the Types of CPA Questions 47
Part 2: Discipline Tests 53
Chapter 6: Understanding the Business Analysis and Reporting Test 55
Chapter 7: Reviewing the Information Systems and Controls Test 67
Chapter 8: Going Over the Tax Compliance and Planning Test 75
Chapter 9: Discipline Practice Questions 89
Chapter 10: Answers and Explanations to Discipline Test Practice Questions 97
Part 3: Financial Accounting and Reporting 101
Chapter 11: Taking a Closer Look at the Financial Accounting and Reporting Test 103
Chapter 12: Financial Accounting and Reporting Practice Questions 135
Chapter 13: Answers and Explanations to Financial Accounting and Reporting Practice Questions 145
Part 4: Auditing and Attestation 155
Chapter 14: Taking a Closer Look at the Auditing and Attestation Test 157
Chapter 15: Auditing and Attestation Practice Questions 185
Chapter 16: Answers and Explanations to Auditing and Attestation Practice Questions 193
Part 5: Taxation and Regulation 197
Chapter 17: Taking a Closer Look at the Taxation and Regulation Test 199
Chapter 18: Taxation and Regulation Practice Questions 223
Chapter 19: Answers and Explanations to Taxation and Regulation Practice Questions 229
Part 6: The Part of Tens 233
Chapter 20: Ten Common Mistakes on the CPA Exam 235
Chapter 21: Ten Important Formulas to Understand 243
Glossary of Accounting Terms 253
Index 271