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Why are the dates on financial statements important?

The only way to measure a company financially is based upon dates.

The balance sheet is based upon a specific date, rather than a range. In other words, it shows the assets, liabilities, and equity of a company on a specific date. The income statement shows the income or loss generated by a company over a specific range of time.

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