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The aim is to analyze the evolution of the business entity concept in accounting and its implications for financial reporting.

The Entity Concept.

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This article explores the evolution of the entity concept in accounting, suggesting a user-oriented approach for defining entities.

The aim is to analyze the evolution of the business entity concept in accounting and its implications for financial reporting.
Review of the 1964 Concepts and Standards Research Committee findings
Comparison with the 1957 Revision of the concept
Discussion of the implications of a broader definition of entity
The committee advocates for the term 'entity concept' instead of 'business entity'.
Entities should be defined by the interests of individuals or groups concerned.
The approach emphasizes the need for accounting reports to cater to specific user needs.

Berg et al. (1965) studied this question.

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