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How do I study for an accounting final exam?

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Harold Averkamp, CPA, MBA

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Understand WHY

Many students have told me they studied long hours and felt they knew the material, yet they failed the exam. I then repeat what I stated above: Understand The Why behind the exam questions.

Meet with Your Instructor

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About the Author

Harold Averkamp

For the past 52 years, Harold Averkamp (CPA, MBA) has
worked as an accounting supervisor, manager, consultant, university instructor, and innovator in teaching accounting online. He is the sole author of all the materials on AccountingCoach.com.

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