A permanent difference refers to a discrepancy between profits or losses calculated for tax purposes and those reported in the financial statements. For example, certain expenses may be included in financial statements but not allowed as deductions for tax purposes.
The process of recording revenue in the accounts of an organization in the appropriate accounting period is known as revenue recognition. This principle determines the specific conditions under which income becomes realized as revenue.
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