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Debits & Credits Chart, Accounting

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Debits & Credits Reference Table

For calculations in finance and accounting, it can be helpful to use tools like the chart below for quick reference. This Debits & Credits table can help you always know when an item is a debit or credit, depending on its category, or account type Debits and Credits are an integral part of many assignments, courses, and competencies when it comes to business and accounting topics.

Type of Account Normal Balance To Increase To Decrease
Assets Debit Debit Credit
Liabilities Credit Credit Debit
Stockholder's Equity Credit Credit Debit
Operating Revenues Credit Credit Debit
Operating Expenses Debit Debit Credit
Non Operating Revenues/Expenses Credit Credit Debit
Non Operating Expenses/Losses Debit Debit Credit

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